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Xv1 · 27 March 2021, 02:25 PM

Not used to a 44mm. Love the watch, but fear it’s too big. Love to get your input!

Panerai 311 FYI. Beautiful, but maybe too big?

eonflux · 27 March 2021, 03:16 PM

I have a 317, and previously had a 275, so I think the 311 is a great reference.
Not small watches.

That watch looks fine on your wrist, especially since the pic appears to be taken at close range.
Panerai's are supposed to wear big.

Besides the diameter, make sure you're OK with the thickness.
The dome crystal adds a lot to the height.

Xv1 · 27 March 2021, 03:20 PM

Thanks so much! I love the 317!! Was considering that too.

K12123 · 27 March 2021, 04:31 PM

Yes, but that’s exactly the point. Looks great!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xv1

Not used to a 44mm. Love the watch, but fear it’s too big. Love to get your input!

Panerai 311 FYI. Beautiful, but maybe too big?

ASW1 · 27 March 2021, 05:52 PM

Check out this re size/perspective https://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.p...ht=Perspective

IMO that Panerai looks great on your wrist.

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Xv1 · 27 March 2021, 08:52 PM

Thanks for the feedback!

My mind is blown from the perspective pics!! Thanks!!

brandrea · 27 March 2021, 09:10 PM

Welcome to the forum OP.

Panerai are supposed to wear large. Go for it

enjoythemusic · 27 March 2021, 09:39 PM

Looks fine to me.

Jake Collins · 27 March 2021, 09:45 PM

Go get a custom strap. Preferably a 145/90 to wrap around that puppy.

Joearch · 27 March 2021, 11:34 PM

Looks perfect to me.

emtee · 27 March 2021, 11:55 PM

Looks great

Cru Jones · 27 March 2021, 11:56 PM

Very nice watch.

HL65 · 28 March 2021, 12:00 AM

Looks good!

Mystro · 28 March 2021, 12:28 AM

Perfect. Panerai is suppose to look a 1/2 size larger. It’s dial is also larger than other watches giving it a larger but more legible appearance.

dualcarb · 28 March 2021, 01:06 AM

I would also like to say that PAMs are meant to wear just a touch bigger than normal. That being said. The watch looks perfect on your wrist...

mobster600 · 28 March 2021, 04:02 AM

i would make sure its comfortable first. There are big watches that are easy to wear. if its comfortable then go for it.

DOUBLE 0 SE7EN · 28 March 2021, 04:12 AM

Look great.. which strap is that? OEM dark brown?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xv1

Not used to a 44mm. Love the watch, but fear it’s too big. Love to get your input!

Panerai 311 FYI. Beautiful, but maybe too big?

crazycarlitos · 28 March 2021, 07:02 AM

Perfect! Looks freakin great!

pdnb · 29 March 2021, 12:50 AM

It looks great. Used to have the 317 and I loved it! You might have to wear it a little higher on the wrist, or it maybe the angle of the photo as the crown guard could hit the back of the wrist.

Like eonflux said this particular reference along with the 317 and 275 are tall due to the domed crystal.

I love the distortion you get from the curved sapphire so well worth it to me.

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Maxy · 29 March 2021, 01:07 AM

Panerai is worn to be little bold and big and that's perfect for your wrist!

Xv1 · 29 March 2021, 01:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DOUBLE 0 SE7EN

Look great.. which strap is that? OEM dark brown?

Yep, OEM strap.

Thanks for the great feedback from all! Really appreciate it!

2000-NJDEVILS · 29 March 2021, 01:18 AM

LOVE IT!
Keep it - looks great!!
Also, look into a few nice after market straps to give your Panarai some different looks..

Jonzy · 5 May 2021, 12:50 PM

No such thing as Too Big

Joearch · 5 May 2021, 01:14 PM

Looks great. You will get used to the size shortly. I have a 233 and it is one of the favs in a fairly large collection.

Kevin of Larchmont · 5 May 2021, 02:24 PM

Forgot what it looks like, all that matters is what it feels like.

BTW: it looks great.

steveclr · 5 May 2021, 03:32 PM

That is an awesome pic OP. If anybody disagrees, which nobody has, they are in the wrong sub-forum. ��

rambo99 · 5 May 2021, 04:31 PM

have you tried the 42mm?

cts · 5 May 2021, 10:57 PM

Looks fantastic! Huge fan of that one my friend!! Love the 275 also. Classic beauties!!

mg18 · 6 May 2021, 12:22 AM

Is that how far up on your wrist you plan to wear the watch? If not, position it a bit further back to help visualize. Also, I find that it's better to roll the sleeve up to visualize the size with the rest of your forearm.

I know I'm being technical and picky here, but I was in the same boat when shopping for mine, and I wanted to be 100% sure I didn't find it to be too large, so I tried it on with a t-shirt, various points of my wrist that seemed more comfortable, etc. I personally find most watches, and in particular, panerai, to be more comfortable when sitting a bit further from the hand so that crown guard doesn't restrict movement.

Goodluck! It's a beautiful watch.

Xv1 · 7 May 2021, 05:17 AM

Thanks, all!! I'm getting used to it. I just love the design.

@Rambo99 - I have tried a 42. I think I would've gone that way, if I could find one with chrono and the domed crystal.

@cts - YES...I love the 275! In a way, I think it'll have more versatility with straps, etc.

@mg18 - Thanks! I'll do that. I'm coming from a 39mm Speedmaster, which I wear super loose. So, this is a bit of an adjustment. What you're saying makes a lot of sense.

27 March 2021, 02:25 PM	#1
Xv1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: California Posts: 55	Too big?? Not used to a 44mm. Love the watch, but fear it’s too big. Love to get your input! Panerai 311 FYI. Beautiful, but maybe too big? Attached Images

27 March 2021, 09:39 PM	#8
enjoythemusic 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 22,325	Looks fine to me. __________________ __________________ Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

28 March 2021, 12:00 AM	#13
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2025 Titanium Yacht-Master Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,625	Looks good! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

28 March 2021, 07:02 AM	#18
crazycarlitos "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,927	Perfect! Looks freakin great! __________________

27 March 2021, 03:16 PM	#2
eonflux "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: SNA Posts: 3,666	I have a 317, and previously had a 275, so I think the 311 is a great reference. Not small watches. That watch looks fine on your wrist, especially since the pic appears to be taken at close range. Panerai's are supposed to wear big. Besides the diameter, make sure you're OK with the thickness. The dome crystal adds a lot to the height.

27 March 2021, 03:20 PM	#3
Xv1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: California Posts: 55	Thanks so much! I love the 317!! Was considering that too.

27 March 2021, 05:52 PM	#5
ASW1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: UK Posts: 420	Check out this re size/perspective https://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.p...ht=Perspective IMO that Panerai looks great on your wrist. Sent from my moto g 5G plus using Tapatalk

27 March 2021, 08:52 PM	#6
Xv1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: California Posts: 55	Thanks for the feedback! My mind is blown from the perspective pics!! Thanks!!

27 March 2021, 09:10 PM	#7
brandrea 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 81,712	Welcome to the forum OP. Panerai are supposed to wear large. Go for it

27 March 2021, 09:45 PM	#9
Jake Collins "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: UK Posts: 21	Go get a custom strap. Preferably a 145/90 to wrap around that puppy.

27 March 2021, 11:34 PM	#10
Joearch 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: Los Angeles Watch: Daytona + GMT BLNR Posts: 5,164	Looks perfect to me.

27 March 2021, 11:55 PM	#11
emtee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Real Name: Matt Location: UK Posts: 1,281	Looks great

27 March 2021, 11:56 PM	#12
Cru Jones 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: CET Posts: 36,253	Very nice watch.

28 March 2021, 12:28 AM	#14
Mystro 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 16,490	Perfect. Panerai is suppose to look a 1/2 size larger. It’s dial is also larger than other watches giving it a larger but more legible appearance.

28 March 2021, 01:06 AM	#15
dualcarb "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Patrick Location: HK/Malaysia Watch: Lover Posts: 1,223	I would also like to say that PAMs are meant to wear just a touch bigger than normal. That being said. The watch looks perfect on your wrist...

28 March 2021, 04:02 AM	#16
mobster600 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: USA Watch: Yes Posts: 1,514	i would make sure its comfortable first. There are big watches that are easy to wear. if its comfortable then go for it.

29 March 2021, 12:50 AM	#19
pdnb "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: The best coast Watch: 5726, 5212 Posts: 716	It looks great. Used to have the 317 and I loved it! You might have to wear it a little higher on the wrist, or it maybe the angle of the photo as the crown guard could hit the back of the wrist. Like eonflux said this particular reference along with the 317 and 275 are tall due to the domed crystal. I love the distortion you get from the curved sapphire so well worth it to me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 March 2021, 01:07 AM	#20
Maxy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: TX Watch: Daytona Posts: 3,298	Panerai is worn to be little bold and big and that's perfect for your wrist!

29 March 2021, 01:18 AM	#22
2000-NJDEVILS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: NY, NY Posts: 460	LOVE IT! Keep it - looks great!! Also, look into a few nice after market straps to give your Panarai some different looks..

5 May 2021, 12:50 PM	#23
Jonzy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Justin Location: Nor Cal Watch: AP Camo Posts: 17	No such thing as Too Big

5 May 2021, 01:14 PM	#24
Joearch 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: Los Angeles Watch: Daytona + GMT BLNR Posts: 5,164	Looks great. You will get used to the size shortly. I have a 233 and it is one of the favs in a fairly large collection.

5 May 2021, 02:24 PM	#25
Kevin of Larchmont 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: The Ice House Watch: Ingersoll Mickey Posts: 3,827	Forgot what it looks like, all that matters is what it feels like. BTW: it looks great.

5 May 2021, 03:32 PM	#26
steveclr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Georgia, USA Watch: 116660 Posts: 522	That is an awesome pic OP. If anybody disagrees, which nobody has, they are in the wrong sub-forum. ��

5 May 2021, 04:31 PM	#27
rambo99 Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Tokyo Watch: SD43,PAM1616,Hulk Posts: 3,567	have you tried the 42mm?

5 May 2021, 10:57 PM	#28
cts "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: USA Posts: 888	Looks fantastic! Huge fan of that one my friend!! Love the 275 also. Classic beauties!!

6 May 2021, 12:22 AM	#29
mg18 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Toronto Watch: 126710BLRO Posts: 699	Is that how far up on your wrist you plan to wear the watch? If not, position it a bit further back to help visualize. Also, I find that it's better to roll the sleeve up to visualize the size with the rest of your forearm. I know I'm being technical and picky here, but I was in the same boat when shopping for mine, and I wanted to be 100% sure I didn't find it to be too large, so I tried it on with a t-shirt, various points of my wrist that seemed more comfortable, etc. I personally find most watches, and in particular, panerai, to be more comfortable when sitting a bit further from the hand so that crown guard doesn't restrict movement. Goodluck! It's a beautiful watch.

7 May 2021, 05:17 AM	#30
Xv1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: California Posts: 55	Thanks, all!! I'm getting used to it. I just love the design. @Rambo99 - I have tried a 42. I think I would've gone that way, if I could find one with chrono and the domed crystal. @cts - YES...I love the 275! In a way, I think it'll have more versatility with straps, etc. @mg18 - Thanks! I'll do that. I'm coming from a 39mm Speedmaster, which I wear super loose. So, this is a bit of an adjustment. What you're saying makes a lot of sense.

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