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boa2 · 21 March 2009, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Trurolexer

This is my Panerai's target...
190 (must have)
249
233 (must have)

That's it!!! I'm done with Panerai.

I don't know, TR, I'm thinking we'll see you sporting a 203 before long.

Trurolexer · 21 March 2009, 01:44 AM

203...I wish...Too much for me, Buddy.

Solo118 · 21 March 2009, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by mike

I think the two coexist nicely.

Thats an awesome photo, but I would pick the Rollie first!!

KJacques · 21 March 2009, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

To answer the original question.....after seeing Pannies, I love my Rollies even more!!

I can get behind that! I keep looking to see if there's one I'd like, but it hasn't happened yet.

mfer · 21 March 2009, 04:54 AM

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Originally Posted by KJacques

I can get behind that! I keep looking to see if there's one I'd like, but it hasn't happened yet.

Have you seen them in the metal yet?

I always saw them online and thought they look goofy until I tried one on at my AD.

moby33 · 21 March 2009, 05:01 AM

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Originally Posted by mfer

Have you seen them in the metal yet?

I like that line.

TswaneNguni · 21 March 2009, 05:26 AM

At a GTG,when doing the table shot pics,the PAMs always take centre stage,with the rollies filling in the fringes.It just doesnt look right,any other way.

Friends, there is no contest between the two,place a Rollie next to a Panerai and it looks completely lost.

After I slapped the first PAM on the wrist,the Rollies got sold ...... very quickly !!

moby33 · 21 March 2009, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

At a GTG,when doing the table shot pics,the PAMs always take centre stage,with the rollies filling in the fringes.It just doesnt look right,any other way.

Well, that's not very surprising considering the obvious preference at this GTG. When 95% of the watch owners at said GTG are sporting PAM's, of course those watches are going to get center stage.

Show me a GTG shot where 95% of the members in attendance are wearing Subs, Daytonas, GMTs & DSSD and I have a feeling this photo would look very, very different. Seems to be common sense to me.

TswaneNguni · 21 March 2009, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by moby33

Well, that's not very surprising considering the obvious preference at this GTG. When 95% of the watch owners at said GTG are sporting PAM's, of course those watches are going to get center stage.

Show me a GTG shot where 95% of the members in attendance are wearing Subs, Daytonas, GMTs & DSSD and I have a feeling this photo would look very, very different. Seems to be common sense to me.

Even if there's only one PAM,it will still take centre stage

moby33 · 21 March 2009, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

Even if there's only one PAM,it will still take centre stage

If you say so.

Mthwatch · 21 March 2009, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

Even if there's only one PAM,it will still take centre stage

Sure - because its bigger.

I really like the Luminor Submersible a lot - but I'll tell you why I'd never spend $6500 on one. The movement, while not being crap, costs $100. Sure, the Valijoux 7750 is cool and all, but then they go and remove the chronograph function and then throw their logo on it and call it a day. Rolex, with their in-house designed and manufactured movements wins every time.

Despite the case finishing and the overall "quality" of a Panerai, I still know the movement (in question) is basically the same as in, say, a $250 Invicta diver...not so with Rolex or any other company that takes the time, effort, R&D and investment in making their own movements.

Luckily Panerai is making strides in this area and hopefully they will have real, in-house movements across the entire range. Then maybe I can pick up a Submersible...

housemad · 22 March 2009, 06:54 AM

I was not a Rolex lover...I had 4 Panerai before my Rolex...Since a own one, I love the quality of the Rolex movement better than Panerai...Panerai's movement are over rated and are far from Rolex...but the Pam's cases are amazing and high quality!!!

JF23 · 22 March 2009, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Mthwatch

Sure - because its bigger.

I really like the Luminor Submersible a lot - but I'll tell you why I'd never spend $6500 on one. The movement, while not being crap, costs $100. Sure, the Valijoux 7750 is cool and all, but then they go and remove the chronograph function and then throw their logo on it and call it a day. Rolex, with their in-house designed and manufactured movements wins every time.

Despite the case finishing and the overall "quality" of a Panerai, I still know the movement (in question) is basically the same as in, say, a $250 Invicta diver...not so with Rolex or any other company that takes the time, effort, R&D and investment in making their own movements.

Luckily Panerai is making strides in this area and hopefully they will have real, in-house movements across the entire range. Then maybe I can pick up a Submersible...

Michael,

Check out the new 305

P.9000 in house movement and all.

GBJIV · 22 March 2009, 07:54 AM

My PAM 177 is the most accurate watch I own. I love Rolex... I also love Panerai - I am lucky to enjoy both!

Rebel · 22 March 2009, 08:28 AM

I'm not sure anything could replace my Rolex.

superformance · 22 March 2009, 09:06 AM

I think it's nice to have both. FOR A CHANGE, in my case.

Just had my first Panerai today ( PAM 0 ) , but having worn Rolex ( of different models ) since Oct 1990, it's a totally different feel when I put it on my wrist the first time. Reluctant at first to get a Panerai, I've decided to get what I think is the most practical model to start with.

can't complain, happy and satisfied here.

TswaneNguni · 22 March 2009, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by superformance

I think it's nice to have both. FOR A CHANGE, in my case.

Just had my first Panerai today ( PAM 0 ) , but having worn Rolex ( of different models ) since Oct 1990, it's a totally different feel when I put it on my wrist the first time. Reluctant at first to get a Panerai, I've decided to get what I think is the most practical model to start with.

can't complain, happy and satisfied here.

Welcome to the Panerai world !!

Great choice with the Logo tripple zero

Funny how there is a reluctancy to buy that first PAM.

I know ..... been ,there done that.

Enjoy !!

dman · 22 March 2009, 02:50 PM

I love my Panerai watches but I have worn my SS Daytona almost non stop for two months. I like both and I like to be able to change it up.

brainbizz · 22 March 2009, 11:23 PM

I have to say rolex just has been disappointing lately. My most recent watch purchase was a gv and i wore it for a few days. It just did not feel right. I am waiting for my DSSD which could be my last Rolex. The Pannies just appeal to me for some reason. I was thinking of getting an AP Arnolds All Stars but changed my mind when I saw the new PAMs. The problem is just getting them.

GBJIV · 22 March 2009, 11:44 PM

Welcome to Panerai.... I think you will find that you really enjoy it... Be careful with the straps!!!

I almost know that Daytona feeling. My wife stole it the very night I got it from the AD -had it adjusted for her and she wears it almost daily.... Looks great on her. I get to admire it from afar.

Brainbizz, I am with you on that - even down to the GV comment....

GBJIV · 22 March 2009, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Rebel

I'm not sure anything could replace my Rolex.

My opinion only... Rolex doesn't say "Rebel" like Panerai....

bodybump · 23 March 2009, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

At a GTG,when doing the table shot pics,the PAMs always take centre stage,with the rollies filling in the fringes.It just doesnt look right,any other way.

Friends, there is no contest between the two,place a Rollie next to a Panerai and it looks completely lost.

After I slapped the first PAM on the wrist,the Rollies got sold ...... very quickly !!

To tell you honestly...what catches my eye in this photo..is the AP!!!!

brainbizz · 23 March 2009, 12:40 AM

I thought I would really like AP but they just do not do it for me. There are some older models I like T3 EOD but just cant quite pull the trigger. Panerai just have that little something extra that makes them appealing but if they are unobtainable through your AD then that presents a problem and it will be off to something else.

TswaneNguni · 23 March 2009, 02:38 AM

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Originally Posted by bodybump

To tell you honestly...what catches my eye in this photo..is the AP!!!!

Not the Richard Mille ??? (Next to the AP on the pic)

The owner was invited to a special dinner in Switzerland.So,he e-mailed a pic of him standing next to two men.The one I knew was Mr Mille himself and the other one I had to ask ..."So,who's the other guy ??" ....

....Turned out he is one of the very prominent current Formula One drivers !!

Trurolexer · 23 March 2009, 02:40 AM

AP ROO still no steal my heart right now. I don't know I'm not the chrono Guy...

newrolexman · 23 March 2009, 07:53 AM

I love my new 088 but today I wore this to a brunch and it sure takes my breath away...

I guess I am on both sides of the fence..

This watch has great aesthetics. It's still like new since I hardly wear it and looks great!!

astcell · 23 March 2009, 08:19 AM

Bad news: My Panerai is only 40mm.

Goor news: Chicks dig it and want it. :-)

brainbizz · 23 March 2009, 09:08 AM

Nice but...I cant find a pic of my 289 so this will have to do

moby33 · 23 March 2009, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by newrolexman

I love my new 088 but today I wore this to a brunch and it sure takes my breath away...

I guess I am on both sides of the fence..

This watch has great aesthetics. It's still like new since I hardly wear it and looks great!!

Good looking watch, but I must admit I think it looks better with a dress shirt cuff nearby as opposed to on a short sleeved arm.

chenx15 · 23 March 2009, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by mike

I think the two coexist nicely.

Mike!!!! now i have to put another watch in my list and it's not even a rolex! that PAM88 looks amazing!!!

22 March 2009, 07:54 AM	#74
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	My PAM 177 is the most accurate watch I own. I love Rolex... I also love Panerai - I am lucky to enjoy both! __________________ Jackson

22 March 2009, 08:28 AM	#75
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,057	I'm not sure anything could replace my Rolex. __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

22 March 2009, 09:06 AM	#76
superformance "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Solomon Location: Islas de Filipina Watch: 16=55/65/80s Posts: 110	I think it's nice to have both. FOR A CHANGE, in my case. Just had my first Panerai today ( PAM 0 ) , but having worn Rolex ( of different models ) since Oct 1990, it's a totally different feel when I put it on my wrist the first time. Reluctant at first to get a Panerai, I've decided to get what I think is the most practical model to start with. can't complain, happy and satisfied here. Last edited by superformance; 22 March 2009 at 09:12 AM.. Reason: grammar

22 March 2009, 02:50 PM	#78
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,582	I love my Panerai watches but I have worn my SS Daytona almost non stop for two months. I like both and I like to be able to change it up. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

22 March 2009, 11:44 PM	#80
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	Welcome to Panerai.... I think you will find that you really enjoy it... Be careful with the straps!!! I almost know that Daytona feeling. My wife stole it the very night I got it from the AD -had it adjusted for her and she wears it almost daily.... Looks great on her. I get to admire it from afar. Brainbizz, I am with you on that - even down to the GV comment.... __________________ Jackson

21 March 2009, 01:44 AM	#62
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	203...I wish...Too much for me, Buddy.

22 March 2009, 06:54 AM	#72
housemad Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: David Location: Montreal Watch: Graham chr.GMT O/S Posts: 373	I was not a Rolex lover...I had 4 Panerai before my Rolex...Since a own one, I love the quality of the Rolex movement better than Panerai...Panerai's movement are over rated and are far from Rolex...but the Pam's cases are amazing and high quality!!!

22 March 2009, 11:23 PM	#79
brainbizz Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 608	I have to say rolex just has been disappointing lately. My most recent watch purchase was a gv and i wore it for a few days. It just did not feel right. I am waiting for my DSSD which could be my last Rolex. The Pannies just appeal to me for some reason. I was thinking of getting an AP Arnolds All Stars but changed my mind when I saw the new PAMs. The problem is just getting them.

23 March 2009, 12:40 AM	#83
brainbizz Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 608	I thought I would really like AP but they just do not do it for me. There are some older models I like T3 EOD but just cant quite pull the trigger. Panerai just have that little something extra that makes them appealing but if they are unobtainable through your AD then that presents a problem and it will be off to something else.

23 March 2009, 02:40 AM	#85
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	AP ROO still no steal my heart right now. I don't know I'm not the chrono Guy...

23 March 2009, 07:53 AM	#86
newrolexman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: fl Posts: 1,081	I love my new 088 but today I wore this to a brunch and it sure takes my breath away... I guess I am on both sides of the fence.. This watch has great aesthetics. It's still like new since I hardly wear it and looks great!!

23 March 2009, 08:19 AM	#87
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Bad news: My Panerai is only 40mm. Goor news: Chicks dig it and want it. :-) __________________ SS GMTII "D", TT GMTIIc "Z"

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