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brucethemanlee · 22 April 2018, 02:06 PM

I finally stepped into the world of Panerai after years of looking and years of collecting other brands.

I’m still getting used to the size (44mm) compared to my other watches* but love the boldness of the Panerai.

This is what I like about it, so far:

Green dial is lovely and the dial color changes like a chamaeleon, depending on the type of light source
300m water resistance (with screw down casebook)
8 day power reserve (I've been getting 9 days with an accuracy of +4sec/day)
Classic Luminor case
Simple clean dial without extra text
No date
Limited to 500 pieces

I guess this is not bad for my first Panerai :-)

* some of my other watches include: Rolex Daytona 116500LN, Rolex BLNR, Rolex SD4000, and Omega Speedmaster

The many shades of the green dial depending on the light level and light source....

I hope the PAM 911 plays nice with its new family!

Cru Jones · 22 April 2018, 03:10 PM

The 911 is a really special one... big congrats and welcome to Panerai! :-)

Thanks for the collection of photos showing off the various shades of the dial. Very cool!

thsiao · 22 April 2018, 03:15 PM

Wow... did you score this directly from a boutique? I’m surprised they sold it to someone that has never owned a Panerai lol. Lucky you!

rootbeer7 · 22 April 2018, 06:21 PM

Looks great. Wear in good health

Helmi · 22 April 2018, 07:56 PM

Great looking watch. Congratulations

nick c · 22 April 2018, 09:04 PM

Well done, congratulations

1William · 22 April 2018, 10:11 PM

Congratulations.

Starwalker · 22 April 2018, 10:15 PM

Love it! Great dial!

brandrea · 22 April 2018, 10:16 PM

Very nice, congratulations and thanks for the photos

You forget to mention great lume

Cadi1 · 22 April 2018, 10:27 PM

Excellent watch. Congrats!

fullcourt · 22 April 2018, 11:15 PM

congrats and wear her in good health....

Ravager135 · 23 April 2018, 12:16 AM

A great first Panerai. While many might say a black dial would be an ideal first PAM, the dark olive green actually fits with the military utilitarian heritage of the brand. Couple that with a nice 44mm size, deep sandwich dial; how could this be anything but a perfect choice?

The 8 day movement does run fast. I have two Panerai with P5000 movements. They tend to run fast the first day or so fully wound and then even out. I am told this is typical so don't be too alarmed.

This will not be your last. In many ways, the 45mm Radiomirs wear even smaller than the 44mm Luminors. I think adding a Radi is next for you!

Pattyb69 · 23 April 2018, 01:01 AM

Nicely done! Thats a great first PAM!

Statos · 23 April 2018, 01:50 AM

Congrats on your first Pam. I have been thinking about getting a green canvas strap for mine, how do you like it?

brucethemanlee · 23 April 2018, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

The 911 is a really special one... big congrats and welcome to Panerai! :-)

Thanks for the collection of photos showing off the various shades of the dial. Very cool!

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by thsiao

Wow... did you score this directly from a boutique? I’m surprised they sold it to someone that has never owned a Panerai lol. Lucky you!

Panerai Boutique in NY.

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Originally Posted by rootbeer7

Looks great. Wear in good health

Thank you

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Originally Posted by Helmi

Great looking watch. Congratulations

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by nick c

Well done, congratulations

Thnx!

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Originally Posted by 1William

Congratulations.

:-)

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Originally Posted by Starwalker

Love it! Great dial!

The green dial is awesome! Especially, with all the shades of green!

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Very nice, congratulations and thanks for the photos

You forget to mention great lume

Thanks! Yeah totally forgot to mention that the lume is intense!

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Originally Posted by Cadi1

Excellent watch. Congrats!

Thank you

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Originally Posted by fullcourt

congrats and wear her in good health....

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Ravager135

A great first Panerai. While many might say a black dial would be an ideal first PAM, the dark olive green actually fits with the military utilitarian heritage of the brand. Couple that with a nice 44mm size, deep sandwich dial; how could this be anything but a perfect choice?

The 8 day movement does run fast. I have two Panerai with P5000 movements. They tend to run fast the first day or so fully wound and then even out. I am told this is typical so don't be too alarmed.

This will not be your last. In many ways, the 45mm Radiomirs wear even smaller than the 44mm Luminors. I think adding a Radi is next for you!

Forgot to mention the sandwich dial is awesome. I was looking at the PAM590 but it didn't have a sandwich and was willing to settle until the PAM911 popped onto the scene! I'm ok with +4sec. Still within COSC and I'd rather it run fast as opposed to slow

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Originally Posted by Pattyb69

Nicely done! Thats a great first PAM!

Thank you!

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Originally Posted by Statos

Congrats on your first Pam. I have been thinking about getting a green canvas strap for mine, how do you like it?

Green strap is great! Pairs nicely with the 911. And is it SUPER comfortable and doesn't need to be broken in whatsoever

mps354 · 23 April 2018, 06:57 AM

Great review and congrats!

ocwatching · 23 April 2018, 08:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thsiao

Wow... did you score this directly from a boutique? I’m surprised they sold it to someone that has never owned a Panerai lol. Lucky you!

don't let the marketing fool ya..these are available
to the OP..congrats on your first..I just helped another friend into the PAM world with his first...the 911

S Cameron · 23 April 2018, 09:37 AM

Congrats. Welcome to Paneristi.

Urosfan · 23 April 2018, 11:13 AM

Congrats

brucethemanlee · 24 April 2018, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mps354

Great review and congrats!

Thank you!

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Originally Posted by ocwatching

don't let the marketing fool ya..these are available
to the OP..congrats on your first..I just helped another friend into the PAM world with his first...the 911

Yes, they are available. I had to wait a few weeks but i got one even though the boutique said it was all sold out.

That said, 500 pieces is not huge production and think it will be in short supply and become harder to get over the next several months. I can see it selling out by summer time (but who really knows about these things!)

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Originally Posted by S Cameron

Congrats. Welcome to Paneristi.

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Urosfan

Congrats

Thank you!

Minimalist · 25 April 2018, 06:44 AM

Congrats! Really gorgeous PAM, nice addition to the family.

brucethemanlee · 26 April 2018, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Minimalist

Congrats! Really gorgeous PAM, nice addition to the family.

Thank you very much!!

peterszew · 26 April 2018, 10:42 PM

Awesome.. Congrats

brucethemanlee · 27 April 2018, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by peterszew

Awesome.. Congrats

Thanks

It's a fantastic watch !!

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KBM · 28 April 2018, 03:23 AM

Gorgeous piece! Enjoy!!

brucethemanlee · 3 May 2018, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by kauebm

Gorgeous piece! Enjoy!!

Thanks !!! I am loving the green. I'm finding it is working nicely into rotation as the weather is now turning nicer!

Dannyanderson · 4 May 2018, 09:17 AM

That is a beautiful piece. Congrats

knm · 5 May 2018, 10:24 AM

That is a great piece, congrats and welcome to the family.

direwolf · 5 May 2018, 10:50 AM

Beautiful! One of the coolest ones I have seen lately on many levels. Congrats! If anyone knows where I can purchase one, I would be grateful for the info. My intensive search has not led to any reasonably priced pieces. If any leads, please send me a PM or an email at kbarr4@icloud.com

brucethemanlee · 5 May 2018, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by direwolf

Beautiful! One of the coolest ones I have seen lately on many levels. Congrats! If anyone knows where I can purchase one, I would be grateful for the info. My intensive search has not led to any reasonably priced pieces. If any leads, please send me a PM or an email at kbarr4@icloud.com

Curious as to what your research has turned up in terms of secondary market costs ?

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22 April 2018, 02:06 PM	#1
brucethemanlee 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: 1 of 13 Colonies Posts: 8,596	My very FIRST Panerai is the LAST one...PAM911 I finally stepped into the world of Panerai after years of looking and years of collecting other brands. I’m still getting used to the size (44mm) compared to my other watches* but love the boldness of the Panerai. This is what I like about it, so far: Green dial is lovely and the dial color changes like a chamaeleon, depending on the type of light source 300m water resistance (with screw down casebook) 8 day power reserve (I've been getting 9 days with an accuracy of +4sec/day) Classic Luminor case Simple clean dial without extra text No date Limited to 500 pieces I guess this is not bad for my first Panerai :-) * some of my other watches include: Rolex Daytona 116500LN, Rolex BLNR, Rolex SD4000, and Omega Speedmaster The many shades of the green dial depending on the light level and light source.... I hope the PAM 911 plays nice with its new family!

22 April 2018, 03:15 PM	#3
thsiao "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,256	Wow... did you score this directly from a boutique? I’m surprised they sold it to someone that has never owned a Panerai lol. Lucky you! __________________ Instagram @lifeofawis www.lifeofawis.com

22 April 2018, 06:21 PM	#4
rootbeer7 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 6,266	Looks great. Wear in good health __________________ @imrootbeer7

22 April 2018, 10:15 PM	#8
Starwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: aroundtheworld Watch: SS Daytona - BLACK Posts: 2,264	Love it! Great dial! __________________ 116520 Black - 116500 White - 116713LN - 116613LB - Panerai 389 - Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph - Chopard LUC Sport 2000 - Moser Pioneer Centre Seconds

22 April 2018, 11:15 PM	#11
fullcourt "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: dp Location: chicago, usa Watch: panerai Posts: 2,369	congrats and wear her in good health.... __________________ dp just living the dream chicago, usa chgo_risti on IG

22 April 2018, 03:10 PM	#2
Cru Jones 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: CET Posts: 36,275	The 911 is a really special one... big congrats and welcome to Panerai! :-) Thanks for the collection of photos showing off the various shades of the dial. Very cool!

22 April 2018, 07:56 PM	#5
Helmi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Doha Posts: 2,065	Great looking watch. Congratulations

22 April 2018, 09:04 PM	#6
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,845	Well done, congratulations

22 April 2018, 10:11 PM	#7
1William 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 50,406	Congratulations.

22 April 2018, 10:16 PM	#9
brandrea 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 81,814	Very nice, congratulations and thanks for the photos You forget to mention great lume

22 April 2018, 10:27 PM	#10
Cadi1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: David Location: Minnesota Watch: Rolex,Panerai,UN Posts: 1,044	Excellent watch. Congrats!

23 April 2018, 12:16 AM	#12
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,289	A great first Panerai. While many might say a black dial would be an ideal first PAM, the dark olive green actually fits with the military utilitarian heritage of the brand. Couple that with a nice 44mm size, deep sandwich dial; how could this be anything but a perfect choice? The 8 day movement does run fast. I have two Panerai with P5000 movements. They tend to run fast the first day or so fully wound and then even out. I am told this is typical so don't be too alarmed. This will not be your last. In many ways, the 45mm Radiomirs wear even smaller than the 44mm Luminors. I think adding a Radi is next for you!

23 April 2018, 01:01 AM	#13
Pattyb69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: CT Watch: BLNR\|LVC\|PAM 911 Posts: 1,085	Nicely done! Thats a great first PAM!

23 April 2018, 01:50 AM	#14
Statos "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: GMT-5 Posts: 87	Congrats on your first Pam. I have been thinking about getting a green canvas strap for mine, how do you like it?

23 April 2018, 06:57 AM	#16
mps354 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,193	Great review and congrats!

23 April 2018, 09:37 AM	#18
S Cameron "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Bangkok Posts: 116	Congrats. Welcome to Paneristi.

23 April 2018, 11:13 AM	#19
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,526	Congrats

25 April 2018, 06:44 AM	#21
Minimalist "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: London Posts: 1,221	Congrats! Really gorgeous PAM, nice addition to the family.

26 April 2018, 10:42 PM	#23
peterszew Banned Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: On Earth Posts: 16	Awesome.. Congrats

28 April 2018, 03:23 AM	#25
KBM 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,513	Gorgeous piece! Enjoy!!

4 May 2018, 09:17 AM	#27
Dannyanderson Banned Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: USA Posts: 83	That is a beautiful piece. Congrats

5 May 2018, 10:24 AM	#28
knm Banned Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 91	That is a great piece, congrats and welcome to the family.

5 May 2018, 10:50 AM	#29
direwolf "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: USA Watch: 16610 Posts: 481	Beautiful! One of the coolest ones I have seen lately on many levels. Congrats! If anyone knows where I can purchase one, I would be grateful for the info. My intensive search has not led to any reasonably priced pieces. If any leads, please send me a PM or an email at kbarr4@icloud.com

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