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WatchTimes · 24 February 2009, 03:38 PM

OK
I like the 270 and 233
I like parts of each dial more than the other.
I like the 10 day PR and I really like auto movements BUT
I see no point in a 10 day PR in this day and age with winders.

Anyway....

1) Would I be a schmuck to wear a 233 or 270 daily when I am not some suit and tie?

2) I series, does it have the quick change band system? (I was told all 233's do)

3) Would you trade a M DSSD + $1700 for a GREAT shape I 233???

Thanks!

GBJIV · 24 February 2009, 03:59 PM

okay - Yes, for me 233. I think it would look great with or without a suit...

Personally - yes, 233 over DSSD. But, that's just me. I think the 233 is an incredible piece and would be one that I think you would stick with for a very long time. Also, I think the pricing on that DSSD + $1700 is pretty good especially for one in good shape.

Not sure on quick change... I will be interested to see what the answer to that question is also.

My vote - Go for it. I don't think you will regret it! Keep the SD?

Defiancekofb · 24 February 2009, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JYogi

OK
I like the 270 and 233
I like parts of each dial more than the other.
I like the 10 day PR and I really like auto movements BUT
I see no point in a 10 day PR in this day and age with winders.

Anyway....

1) Would I be a schmuck to wear a 233 or 270 daily when I am not some suit and tie?

2) I series, does it have the quick change band system? (I was told all 233's do)

3) Would you trade a M DSSD + $1700 for a GREAT shape I 233???

Thanks!

To my understanding the quick change band system (The double sided pencil utility), started with the J Series (2007) and currently to the K Series (2008).

WatchTimes · 24 February 2009, 04:08 PM

Yes but Panerai and Paneristi both say it starts on J for models that did not already have it....

The seller told me it has it.

I don't doubt him as he has quite a Panerai collection put just doing the double check.

louie · 24 February 2009, 04:26 PM

Jeremy,go for the 233! But make sure it has the quick strap change systems..

Trurolexer · 24 February 2009, 07:57 PM

You know my choice, Buddy!!!

Go for 233!!! I think that's good idea, to flip SDDS for 233.

argee1977 · 24 February 2009, 08:51 PM

I have an I series 233, it comes with the quick change strap system, if you get a picture of the watch then you'll see the little plastic quick change tool in the picture (it looks like a pencil that's been sharpened at both ends).

As for the questions:

1 - Nope, i wear my 233 everyday, it's a great watch, not too 'bling' and does the job, so can be worn easily with a suit, or a pair of jeans and a tshirt.

2 - Yes, as above.

3 - I'd go for it, i'm only going by UK prices, but a DSSD is about £2400 less than a 233, so that's about $4000, an I series makes it 2 years old, but we're talking about a watch in mint condition so it's not exactly got any signs of wear and i think the 233's command a decent return in the secondhand market.

Also remember that the 233 is changing this year, they're putting the AM/PM indicator in and i think there's another change, this for me clutters the dial a bit, the 233 is loved because it's got a lot of the Panerai tradition and the dial is quite clear, so the I, J and K series will be the only 233s with this, and should hopefully keep their value due to the changes.

mfer · 25 February 2009, 12:55 AM

I don't know as I have never seen a DSSD. I'm really curious, but your deal is fair.

As regards to quick change, ALL 233's have the quick change system. It was introduced on this model watch. It is the ONLY I series Panerai that has it. Don't worry, ALL 233's have it.

Good luck on your decision, don't think there is a bad one.

WatchTimes · 25 February 2009, 09:16 AM

Well I should have the 233 Friday or Saturday :)

I can't wait!!!

Randy · 25 February 2009, 10:36 AM

Congrat's on aquiring an awesome timepiece!

Nica64 · 25 February 2009, 11:45 AM

Congrats Jeremy, pics when you get it please

WatchTimes · 25 February 2009, 12:46 PM

I can't wait to get it....
I know I am going to have a hard time sleeping the next couple of days.

Now I need to start looking into bands.
Anyone with suggestions for people with small wrists let me know!!

sphereman · 25 February 2009, 12:47 PM

233 anyday and everyday...
had the 270.. not a bad looking watch but 233 is just perfect

tuisquash · 27 February 2009, 01:00 PM

233 now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

24 February 2009, 03:38 PM	#1
WatchTimes 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 6,153	Help me decide!! OK I like the 270 and 233 I like parts of each dial more than the other. I like the 10 day PR and I really like auto movements BUT I see no point in a 10 day PR in this day and age with winders. Anyway.... 1) Would I be a schmuck to wear a 233 or 270 daily when I am not some suit and tie? 2) I series, does it have the quick change band system? (I was told all 233's do) 3) Would you trade a M DSSD + $1700 for a GREAT shape I 233??? Thanks! __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun Phi Delta Theta

24 February 2009, 03:59 PM	#2
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	okay - Yes, for me 233. I think it would look great with or without a suit... Personally - yes, 233 over DSSD. But, that's just me. I think the 233 is an incredible piece and would be one that I think you would stick with for a very long time. Also, I think the pricing on that DSSD + $1700 is pretty good especially for one in good shape. Not sure on quick change... I will be interested to see what the answer to that question is also. My vote - Go for it. I don't think you will regret it! Keep the SD? __________________ Jackson

24 February 2009, 04:08 PM	#4
WatchTimes 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 6,153	Yes but Panerai and Paneristi both say it starts on J for models that did not already have it.... The seller told me it has it. I don't doubt him as he has quite a Panerai collection put just doing the double check. __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun Phi Delta Theta

24 February 2009, 04:26 PM	#5
louie "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Louis Location: Earth Watch: The Beast Posts: 1,352	Jeremy,go for the 233! But make sure it has the quick strap change systems.. __________________ " I THINK PERFECTION IS UGLY. SOMEWHERE IN THE THINGS HUMANS MAKE, I WANT TO SEE SCARS, FAILURE, DISORDER AND DISTORTION" - YOHJI YAMAMOTO

24 February 2009, 08:51 PM	#7
argee1977 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Ryan Location: England Watch: AP ROC Posts: 1,462	I have an I series 233, it comes with the quick change strap system, if you get a picture of the watch then you'll see the little plastic quick change tool in the picture (it looks like a pencil that's been sharpened at both ends). As for the questions: 1 - Nope, i wear my 233 everyday, it's a great watch, not too 'bling' and does the job, so can be worn easily with a suit, or a pair of jeans and a tshirt. 2 - Yes, as above. 3 - I'd go for it, i'm only going by UK prices, but a DSSD is about £2400 less than a 233, so that's about $4000, an I series makes it 2 years old, but we're talking about a watch in mint condition so it's not exactly got any signs of wear and i think the 233's command a decent return in the secondhand market. Also remember that the 233 is changing this year, they're putting the AM/PM indicator in and i think there's another change, this for me clutters the dial a bit, the 233 is loved because it's got a lot of the Panerai tradition and the dial is quite clear, so the I, J and K series will be the only 233s with this, and should hopefully keep their value due to the changes. __________________ PANERAI, MORE THAN A WATCH, LESS THAN A KITKAT

24 February 2009, 07:57 PM	#6
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	You know my choice, Buddy!!! Go for 233!!! I think that's good idea, to flip SDDS for 233.

25 February 2009, 12:55 AM	#8
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	I don't know as I have never seen a DSSD. I'm really curious, but your deal is fair. As regards to quick change, ALL 233's have the quick change system. It was introduced on this model watch. It is the ONLY I series Panerai that has it. Don't worry, ALL 233's have it. Good luck on your decision, don't think there is a bad one. __________________ member#3242

25 February 2009, 09:16 AM	#9
WatchTimes 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 6,153	Well I should have the 233 Friday or Saturday :) I can't wait!!! __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun Phi Delta Theta

25 February 2009, 10:36 AM	#10
Randy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Randy Location: Ohio Watch: AP, Rolex, Panerai Posts: 1,241	Congrat's on aquiring an awesome timepiece!

25 February 2009, 11:45 AM	#11
Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	Congrats Jeremy, pics when you get it please __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

25 February 2009, 12:46 PM	#12
WatchTimes 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 6,153	I can't wait to get it.... I know I am going to have a hard time sleeping the next couple of days. Now I need to start looking into bands. Anyone with suggestions for people with small wrists let me know!! __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun Phi Delta Theta

25 February 2009, 12:47 PM	#13
sphereman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 981	233 anyday and everyday... had the 270.. not a bad looking watch but 233 is just perfect __________________ 2023 Watch Collection Panerai: 249 California, 232, 390 Rolex: Starbucks Tudor: Blue Pelagos

27 February 2009, 01:00 PM	#14
tuisquash "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: tui Location: são paulo-brasil Watch: panerai rolex Posts: 772	233 now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ panerai and rolex

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