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Old 29 August 2024, 06:10 AM   #1
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Icon5 This or that... from a less biased group

Maybe...

Ya, I know this is the Panerai forum, but I wanted another brand's fans POV.

I currently own a PAM627, but also owned a 116710LN (Rolex GMT). Just sold GMT and looking to either pickup a two tone GMT 116713LN or the two tone Sky Dweller.

Love the PAM627, that one seems have stuck around longer than most.

Thoughts?

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Old 29 August 2024, 07:11 AM   #2
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Old 29 August 2024, 10:56 AM   #3
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Another vote for the GMT.
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Old 29 August 2024, 06:54 PM   #4
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Between these two, I would take the SkyDweller, but I would take a TT LN Submariner Date over both of them. Good luck with your choice.
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Old 29 August 2024, 07:27 PM   #5
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The SkyDweller annual complication is very nice, but the GMT is much easier to “set and go”.

I prefer the simplicity and legibility of the GMT
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Old 29 August 2024, 08:41 PM   #6
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I would go Sky-Dweller but with the white dial and on jubilee.
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Old 30 August 2024, 12:06 AM   #7
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Skydweller imho (think it would look great on an Oysterflex on occassion).
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Old 30 August 2024, 02:45 AM   #8
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I own sub date and Pam bitempo gmt.

My vote is easily 2 tone Rolex gmt. Very comfy, easy to read and still has that "dress diver" look. I've handled Sky dweller at my AD and didnt care for it ..almost looks like a Citizen ..lol.

And I hear ya on the Pam....as of lately, I've been wearing my Pam a lot more than my sub. I just change straps on my Pam and it becomes a new watch .

I already signed up for the batman gmt with my rep so once I get it, I'll sell my sub date.
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Old 30 August 2024, 03:52 AM   #9
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Old 2 September 2024, 09:13 AM   #10
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Maybe...

Ya, I know this is the Panerai forum, but I wanted another brand's fans POV.

I currently own a PAM627, but also owned a 116710LN (Rolex GMT). Just sold GMT and looking to either pickup a two tone GMT 116713LN or the two tone Sky Dweller.

Love the PAM627, that one seems have stuck around longer than most.

Thoughts?

Thanks!
I would go with the GMT. I find the SD too top heavy.
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Old 4 September 2024, 01:15 PM   #11
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I don't care for GMT watches, but I think that one looks much better.
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Old 13 September 2024, 04:01 AM   #12
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I own the SD in gold on OF. It's my second Sky D. It's not really top heavy at all in that configuration. I much prefer it to the awkward date setting of the GMT. It is so easy to set. Even if it's been sitting unworn it literally takes a few seconds to set it up correctly. I find the lack of appreciation for the SkyD is likely due to the conservative nature of the owners. The Sky D is perceived as too complex in comparison to the GMTs. I actually find them less so. I remember when they first came out there were those who questioned, "why do I need a month shown on my watch. I know what month it is." Clearly, they were missing the big picture.
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Old 13 September 2024, 04:16 AM   #13
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Old 13 September 2024, 06:56 PM   #14
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Old 13 September 2024, 08:12 PM   #15
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Old 13 September 2024, 08:49 PM   #16
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GMT. Its just easier to live with and its better looking.
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Old 15 September 2024, 04:33 AM   #17
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Old 15 September 2024, 10:33 PM   #18
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Not quite certain why this group would be less biased. It's still part of TRF. I'm curious how many of the anti SkyD comments are from people who've actually owned on in the past.
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Old 16 September 2024, 05:35 AM   #19
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A win-win situation, but in your shoes here I would go for the GMT Master II.
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Old 16 September 2024, 09:49 AM   #20
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The two GMTs I own are the 233 and the Batman...the two best GMTs for those who travel a lot in my opinion.
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