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Old 3 November 2012, 01:31 PM   #1
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Pam 312 - 328 - 320 - 329 for first Pam

What do you guys think for my first Pam? I am also open to other suggestions but i think a date function is preferable. I think my search is almost finished and I have found some good deals on the 328 and 329. These are very close to the same price as the 312 and 320. What would you get and why? I also like the 359. Does the 328 and 329 have the quick release bracelet? I have yet to find one to try on. Thanks for your help.
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Old 3 November 2012, 02:59 PM   #2
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I vote for 312 :) And if you're willing to spend a little more, the 233!

I never liked the 359..It's a PAM with mixed personality. The touch of vintage with the patina lume just doesn't mix with the modern touch of the arabics..
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Old 3 November 2012, 03:36 PM   #3
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312 if you want to keep it fairly simple, or 320 if you like the GMT functionality. The 320 also has a small power reserve indicator on the back of the movement, and the 'zero reset' stop seconds. The GMT hand can be hidden behind the regular hour hand for a cleaner look

The 233 is a great PAM, but a different kettle of fish (more complicated, manual wind) and much more expensive

Personally I don't like PAMs on bracelets - just does not look right to me
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Old 3 November 2012, 08:13 PM   #4
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for me 312, i like it simple.
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Old 3 November 2012, 10:55 PM   #5
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another vote for 312
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Old 3 November 2012, 11:07 PM   #6
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312 gets my vote, unless u do a lot of travel....at least once a month between time zones... Then a 320.
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Old 4 November 2012, 04:20 AM   #7
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I vote for 312.
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Old 4 November 2012, 04:35 AM   #8
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Old 4 November 2012, 01:03 PM   #9
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So if you can buy the 312 and 328 for the same price would you still go with the 312.
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Old 5 November 2012, 06:49 AM   #10
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I prefer PAM on straps.
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Old 5 November 2012, 08:47 AM   #11
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Old 5 November 2012, 11:55 AM   #12
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What do you guys think for my first Pam?
Huh? Didn't we already go through this exercise already...?
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Old 5 November 2012, 12:31 PM   #13
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Huh? Didn't we already go through this exercise already...?
Its a big purchase sometimes once isn't enough. Narrowing it down one last time and I do appreciate the feedback. I have become more familiar with the Pam's and its a bit confusing at first. I am still trying to figure out if you guys see any benefit in a steal bracelet being that the 320 and 329 are the same price.
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Old 5 November 2012, 02:13 PM   #14
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Bracelet is heavier, but much more solid than strap. Weather proof too.
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Old 5 November 2012, 02:42 PM   #15
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312 however i love them all! then again..i dont own any pams (so i cant say much if anything)
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Old 5 November 2012, 03:21 PM   #16
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312 if you want to keep it fairly simple, or 320 if you like the GMT functionality. The 320 also has a small power reserve indicator on the back of the movement, and the 'zero reset' stop seconds. The GMT hand can be hidden behind the regular hour hand for a cleaner look

The 233 is a great PAM, but a different kettle of fish (more complicated, manual wind) and much more expensive

Personally I don't like PAMs on bracelets - just does not look right to me
I actually liked this advice so much I followed it.
I was tossing up the 320 and the 312 and settled on the 312 and am very happy.
I decided I didn't need the power reserve on the back, and the GMT function on the 320 is only twelve hours so not that helpful for me. I like the 233 but so far at least am preferring the uncluttered dial.
Good luck with your quest and remember to post photos of your conquest!
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Old 5 November 2012, 03:23 PM   #17
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Its a big purchase sometimes once isn't enough. Narrowing it down one last time and I do appreciate the feedback. I have become more familiar with the Pam's and its a bit confusing at first. I am still trying to figure out if you guys see any benefit in a steal bracelet being that the 320 and 329 are the same price.
As a friend of mine said " Pams on bracelets are for hairdressers"...
Make of that what you will!!
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