First Panerai: 005 vs 111

[golfnpizza]

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

[APhound]

111 was my first. Loved it. It was really big deal to me at the time. You’ll love it


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[duc888]

Both are stunning pieces and a lot of Panerai DNA.
The choice would be painted dial and logo or sandwich dial and no logo

[1William]

I prefer the painted dial.

[Gerry62]

005 , the brother of the 000 "loghetto"

[brandrea]

I prefer sandwich dials

[Joearch]

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.

[John Deaux]

The 111 is what got me started with Panerai. I love it. That thing really took the abuse like a champ!

[Cru Jones]

111G or any 005 would be my choice.

[Urosfan]

111 gets my vote but I’m biased of course


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[randy van]

111 gets my vote too

[juve]

one more for 111

[gmtobsessed]

111 was my first and only PAM

[Onequik135i]

111 here :)

[opawlows]

have had both, still have a 111 but added a 000.

000 is my most worn Panerai

Personally love the painted dials

[Strodda]

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.

[Danny271]

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.


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[1William]

Nice watch.

[Bulldog72]

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.

[Kevin of Larchmont]

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.

[Joearch]

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.

[bobernet]

111 was my first. Sandwich dial, Marina case. That’s the brand DNA for me.

[polarinda]

111 for sandwich.
000 for sausage.

[stockae92]

Sign me up on list for "111 was my first PAM"

Sandwich dial and display caseback were for "PAM thing" for me. And having the running second was a must for me back then.

Many PAMs later, I have a 000 and never looked back. I ended up with "keeping it simple", and I like the lume being more even at different angle. I have other watches with running second and display caseback to get my fix there. The 000 dial is also more toolish for me which match with the straps I like.

But between 005 and 111, see which indices you like more and go with that. I would lean towards 005 based on what I like now.