Hey there ! You've picked out some nice watches, but if I may, beyond liking the logo what other factors are you basing your decision(s) on?
The 380 is a Radiomir (aka Rad) case and measures in at 45mm. The Rad line also trend to be a little bit more dressy, but that is easily remedied with a strap change. Changing a strap on a Rad is a PITA as compated to the Luminor's.
Both the 000 (aka zero) and the 005 are Luminor cases and both are 44m. The 005 and the 111 are similar to non-enthusiasts, but they are not as I'm sure you know by now ! Luminor cases have the crown guards, too.
They all use different movements with a 56 hour power reserve. Their in-house movements start entering the picture a few $000 more*. Don't let the non-inhouse movements turn you off - they are work-horses.
The weight amongst them will be a push and shove - the 380 may have a display back...don't know?
Of the three, I would recommend the zero. You can't go wrong with this dial design (aka base).
It is true Panerai DNA. You can dress the zero up with a gator or dress it down with an ammo strap.
I'd encourage you to see what else Panerai may have that might appeal. There are other examples like the 005 and 111, besides SIHH just wrapped up. If you send me an email I'll send you a digital copy of Panerai's 2013 catalogue.
Some Panerai questions to consider:
- Is this primarily for work, leisure, both ?
- Which case design do you prefer ?
- Do you have a preference to case material ? etc...
If I can help further let me know ! Before I go are you familiar with the 510 it was just released at SIHH. It is speculated that with the introduction of the 510 Panerai will be sunsetting the 111's.
The 510 will have an 8 day in-house power reserve and rumour suggests the 510 will be 10% more than a 111
It's a nice looking watch and you only need to wind once a week
Joe...
Here's a few picks of my 000:
