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Join Date: Nov 2023
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First Panerai: 005 vs 111
Looking to get my first. I know some of the key differences (sandwich dial, open caseback). Wondering if anyone has any input/opinions on the 005 vs 111
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#2 |
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Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: USA
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111 was my first. Loved it. It was really big deal to me at the time. You’ll love it
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#3 |
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Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Germany
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Both are stunning pieces and a lot of Panerai DNA.
The choice would be painted dial and logo or sandwich dial and no logo ![]() |
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#4 |
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I prefer the painted dial.
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#5 |
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Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Italy
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005 , the brother of the 000 "loghetto"
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#6 |
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I prefer sandwich dials
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#7 |
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Real Name: Joe
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Both great watches. Like others said, mostly the dial. The hot model is the G series 111 because it has decorated movement and a painted dial. Only made one year. Find a full set from a solid source.
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#8 |
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Join Date: Mar 2023
Location: tn
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The 111 is what got me started with Panerai. I love it. That thing really took the abuse like a champ!
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#9 |
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111G or any 005 would be my choice.
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#10 |
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Join Date: Oct 2012
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111 gets my vote but I’m biased of course
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#11 |
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Join Date: May 2019
Location: Here!
Watch: 6098, 5513, 16700
Posts: 65
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111 gets my vote too
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#12 |
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Join Date: Jun 2019
Real Name: Boris
Location: CT
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one more for 111
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#13 |
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Indonesia
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111 was my first and only PAM
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#14 |
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Location: Tampa, Florida
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111 here :)
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#15 |
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Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Earth
Watch: Rolex/Tudor/PAM
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have had both, still have a 111 but added a 000.
000 is my most worn Panerai Personally love the painted dials |
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#16 |
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Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: TX
Posts: 13
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111, like most of yall. I just prefer sandwich dials. Might I also be the jerk that suggest something you didnt ask about... but I LOVE the 127. Too big for my wrist, but I love the look with that huge dome.
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#17 |
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Location: New York
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![]() This was my first nice watch purchase 15+ years ago, a 000. I considered a 005 but landed on a simple dial, which set the tone for my future collecting. My next watch was a no date submariner 14060. You can’t go wrong. Buy what you like. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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#18 |
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Nice watch.
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#19 |
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My 111 was the first Panerai I ever bought. Put it on once and thought it was too big. It went into my box for about 3 years. Decided I wanted to try it again and had a custom ammo pouch strap made for it and fell in love. I wear it more than anything else now.
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Join Date: Jul 2016
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The 111 was also my first Panerai (of three). When I first got to TRF there was a lot of Panerai (and big watch in general) bashing over on the Rolex side which I internalized and consequently I dismissed them as too large for my 6.75” wrist. A few years ago a Rolex AD had a naked 111 in the case, I tried it on and the angels sang. Bought a 510 and a 564 not too long after that. I’ve sold about half of my watches over the last couple of years but never once considered selling any PAMs. In fact I have a short list of a few others I am actively seeking. As others have said buy pre-owned, buy classic and buy right and you’ll never have to worry about resale.
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#21 |
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Interesting question. Over the last 20 years I have been thru 25 or so Panerai. Still have 4. The Luminor Marina case is the perfect first Panerai. Both great options. I have 2 sandwich dials and 2 painted dials. The 111 is an excellent choice with lots of DNA. In addition to the sandwich dial you also get an exposition back, which I liked even though the movement is not super decorated. The 005 is also a classic that will always be timeless. Go with whatever is the best full set, excellent condition under $4500 you can find from a trusted seller or retailer. Buy the seller! Good luck, enjoy the hunt.
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