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looking to get my 1st pam....always loved the product, now trying to decide on which one to get....i like the pam 90, thoughts?

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dp
just living the dream
chicago, usa

I don't care for Pam 90 with the PR meter and hash marks... I like the 104 as an automatic with a cleaner dial,
also look good at the 24 Sub, it is very impressive when seen in person.
The 88 GMT has a busier dial than most... but there is something about the silver seconds sub dial that is very classy looking.

All the 1950's case models ( 312, 243 etc. ) are nicer looking, in my opinion...but they sit higher on the wrist and cost over a grand more than their counterparts.

One of the things I find really appealing on a Panerai is the gorgeous large crystal view "exhibition back", note: not all them have it...the 312 does,
and the 111 historic is another one that does...but 111 is a hand wind w/ seconds sub dial, no date...my favorite !
Happy looking, the hunt is a lot of fun ...take your time !

thanks for the info....there are soooo many to choose from and i want them all. i like the 104 and also the 250 and 251, especially with the white face....very nice. i will look at all you suggested, and a few others....i need to go to a place and try them all on before i make any decisions.

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dp
just living the dream
chicago, usa

Best to go and try them on 1st....the only problem with the panerai brand is the overwhelming variety. I too lust for them all but my bank account tends to say differently. I narrowed it down by going with classic look of the historic models. I feel going with one of them, 000,111,112, etc... will capture the simplistic beauty of panerai without breaking the bank. I too love the 250.

I had a 250, but after a while, the somewhat more modern dial and bezel limited the number of straps that could be used with it. Eventually I decided that the standard bezels and more historic looking models were the most versatile, but hey, to each his own!

Now you got me, looking at that 251.
I didn't think I would like any of the Chronos...but that White is very nice !
http://www.timeimports.com/designer-wat ... eneral.jpg

i know they're pretty sexy....gonna take a day off here soon and do some shopping

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dp
just living the dream
chicago, usa

Wait a minute..."had" a 250? what happened? Was it put on the trading block? I would love one of those but currently out of my price range. I watch you videos all the time just to see your pam250

i don't like chronos on panerai...just doesn't jive with their simple image imo.

I hear ya,
most people feel the same way ...
Panerai is all about the elegance of simplicity,
but the white dial with contrasting green luminous hands and hour markers is a beautiful sight.
I like the chrono 251 but I'd still have to go with a Sub 243 or 24 if I wanted something other than an Historic.

wow, how did i forget about the 243-its a monster! i love it!

so i think i've decided to purchase a pam 328....i like the 312 but the 328 is the same watch with a ss band....i can get the leather band later if i want

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dp
just living the dream
chicago, usa

got my pam 328 today...took it to my local authorized panerai delaer and got the band sized and ordered a black buffalo band as a backup....this watch is dead sexy

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dp
just living the dream
chicago, usa

Nice!! Now you just need to add a couple dozen straps to your collection and you'll feel like you own a couple dozen watches!

i agree....looking to add to the band collection....although i may have to buy one more or maybe a rolex....

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dp
just living the dream
chicago, usa

major congrats on the 328! i love the ss band on a panerai...adds an extra layer of class and uniqueness to the watch as you don't see a bracelet pam everyday.