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WatchTimes · 1 March 2025, 02:41 AM

So I have a 243J and I have not worn it in some time. No reason perhaps just because its buried in the safe and never the first thing I see.
In general I have always favored watches on bracelets but Panerai is the exception due to all the fun straps out there.
For some reason years later I am starting to miss my 233 (dot). I sold it for something else but I've started to appreciate manuals again and love the power reserve on the 233 dial.
Is there any reason not to get a 233 (dot)? I recall years ago some people seemed to have problems with the 233 movement but I don't recall what it was.
The 270 is cool but I rather the manual movement of the 233, also I like the dial of the 233 better.

Joearch · 1 March 2025, 12:07 PM

233 is an all time Panerai. Love mine. I prefer the look of the AM PM version. I think the issue was with fang on the power reserve.

WatchTimes · 2 March 2025, 03:19 AM

Now I am debating a 233 or 275.
I really don't need a date and do like Chronos.
Never had a mono pusher.

WatchTimes · 2 March 2025, 11:06 AM

Rocking the 243.
Dug it out and threw it on a thick black NATO and I still really appreciate a Panerai.

Zyfon · 2 March 2025, 04:01 PM

Once I got the dot 233, I haven't purchased any new Panerai since. It's the perfect Pam IMO. The dome crystal, sandwich dial, 8 days of power reserve etc.

As for the 270, it was a bit too thick for me due to the auto rotor. The 275 is nice, but I personally haven't had a need for a chrono.

You can't really go wrong with any of them.

chrissimons · 2 March 2025, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WatchTimes

Rocking the 243.
Dug it out and threw it on a thick black NATO and I still really appreciate a Panerai.

Nice one !

Where did you got the strap ?

rootbeer7 · 2 March 2025, 06:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WatchTimes

So I have a 243J and I have not worn it in some time. No reason perhaps just because its buried in the safe and never the first thing I see.
In general I have always favored watches on bracelets but Panerai is the exception due to all the fun straps out there.
For some reason years later I am starting to miss my 233 (dot). I sold it for something else but I've started to appreciate manuals again and love the power reserve on the 233 dial.
Is there any reason not to get a 233 (dot)? I recall years ago some people seemed to have problems with the 233 movement but I don't recall what it was.
The 270 is cool but I rather the manual movement of the 233, also I like the dial of the 233 better.

Only the very earliest had a problem where the indicator got stuck at the end. There is a slight difference in the later and replaced dials. I had an earlier one but it never had a problem.

mailman · 2 March 2025, 08:50 PM

I had a 233 dot dial. It’s a watch I miss and would like to have again. Domed crystal, sandwich dial, GMT. What’s not to love? So easy to change straps on also.

brandrea · 2 March 2025, 10:21 PM

The 233 is the one I’d opt for.

Otherwise a 127 would be nice too

alllexandru · 2 March 2025, 10:46 PM

Another vote for 233

travisb · 2 March 2025, 11:25 PM

233 is a PAM staple. I couldn't see any regrets it that decision.

WatchTimes · 3 March 2025, 03:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chrissimons

Nice one !

Where did you got the strap ?

Honestly I do not recall but it might have been Crown and Buckle.

WatchTimes · 3 March 2025, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by travisb

233 is a PAM staple. I couldn't see any regrets it that decision.

I don't know why but I am kinda leaning 275
Its amazing how little info you find on the forums about the 275
I don't get it.

Cru Jones · 3 March 2025, 03:44 AM

233 would pair amazingly well with the 243!

chrissimons · 3 March 2025, 03:46 AM

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Originally Posted by WatchTimes

Honestly I do not recall but it might have been Crown and Buckle.

Thank you :-)

inadeje · 3 March 2025, 09:57 PM

It’s a good time to get back into Panerai. Prices are still pretty low on most 3 digit references which in my view are pretty much the only Panerai worth having on a nostalgic basis. However, I’m a Panerai purist so the uncluttered dial look is the way to go IMHO. Good liuck.

I just added a 183 to my 111 and bronzo and that’s all my panerai bases covered with radiomir and luminor references

WatchTimes · 4 March 2025, 01:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by inadeje

It’s a good time to get back into Panerai. Prices are still pretty low on most 3 digit references which in my view are pretty much the only Panerai worth having on a nostalgic basis. However, I’m a Panerai purist so the uncluttered dial look is the way to go IMHO. Good liuck.

I just added a 183 to my 111 and bronzo and that’s all my panerai bases covered with radiomir and luminor references

I totally understand the purist stance but for me its between the 233 and 275.

Today I tossed the 243 on a custom LV strap I had made from an old worn LV bag.

It is funny when I put it on the other day I was like wow this is heavy but after 15 minutes on the wrist I forgot it was on and today it just felt like another watch.

waterman1 · 4 March 2025, 06:14 AM

I regret selling my 243. That is an awesome watch. Replaced it with the 25 which I will never sell.

Mastergreenhand · 4 March 2025, 02:54 PM

I like both options. The 275 is sharp. Can’t go wrong here. Go with your gut, its right most of the time

Moondoggy · 4 March 2025, 05:02 PM

I have, this isn't leaving my wrist, new shoes too.

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Little machines · 4 March 2025, 06:23 PM

233 great Panerai ! Also that PAM 01347 beautiful Panerai !!

YoungW · 5 March 2025, 05:53 AM

233 is the one I’d pick if I were to buy a 44mm!

Prices are unbelievable these days. Just took delivery of a 662… I’ve wanted one for years and was lucky enough to find a mint condition 2022 model for a steal. It looks like it was never worn!

WatchTimes · 5 March 2025, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chrissimons

Nice one !

Where did you got the strap ?

Actually it is from Barton.

pendlepants · 9 March 2025, 03:32 AM

You can’t go wrong with the 233. I’ve got a dot dial — the issue was with the power reserve display but it’s fixable and Panerai will service the dot without replacing the dial to AM/PM (though they’ll do that as well if asked to).

psifox · 9 March 2025, 08:24 AM

I also have a Panerai I have my eyes on and I would love to add it to my collection before the year ends.

WatchTimes · 9 March 2025, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by psifox

I also have a Panerai I have my eyes on and I would love to add it to my collection before the year ends.

Well what is it?

Andad · 9 March 2025, 04:14 PM

It would take years to guess a Panerai model number.

1 March 2025, 02:41 AM	#1
WatchTimes 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 6,087	Thinking about getting back into Panerai So I have a 243J and I have not worn it in some time. No reason perhaps just because its buried in the safe and never the first thing I see. In general I have always favored watches on bracelets but Panerai is the exception due to all the fun straps out there. For some reason years later I am starting to miss my 233 (dot). I sold it for something else but I've started to appreciate manuals again and love the power reserve on the 233 dial. Is there any reason not to get a 233 (dot)? I recall years ago some people seemed to have problems with the 233 movement but I don't recall what it was. The 270 is cool but I rather the manual movement of the 233, also I like the dial of the 233 better. __________________ "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

1 March 2025, 12:07 PM	#2
Joearch 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: Los Angeles Watch: Daytona + GMT BLNR Posts: 5,001	233 is an all time Panerai. Love mine. I prefer the look of the AM PM version. I think the issue was with fang on the power reserve. Attached Images

2 March 2025, 03:19 AM	#3
WatchTimes 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 6,087	Now I am debating a 233 or 275. I really don't need a date and do like Chronos. Never had a mono pusher. __________________ "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

2 March 2025, 11:06 AM	#4
WatchTimes 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 6,087	Rocking the 243. Dug it out and threw it on a thick black NATO and I still really appreciate a Panerai. __________________ "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

2 March 2025, 08:50 PM	#8
mailman TRF Moderator & 2025 Titanium Yacht-Master Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: BLNR Posts: 35,574	I had a 233 dot dial. It’s a watch I miss and would like to have again. Domed crystal, sandwich dial, GMT. What’s not to love? So easy to change straps on also. __________________ JJ

2 March 2025, 04:01 PM	#5
Zyfon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Thailand Watch: Rolex & Panerai Posts: 448	Once I got the dot 233, I haven't purchased any new Panerai since. It's the perfect Pam IMO. The dome crystal, sandwich dial, 8 days of power reserve etc. As for the 270, it was a bit too thick for me due to the auto rotor. The 275 is nice, but I personally haven't had a need for a chrono. You can't really go wrong with any of them.

2 March 2025, 10:21 PM	#9
brandrea 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 80,005	The 233 is the one I’d opt for. Otherwise a 127 would be nice too

2 March 2025, 10:46 PM	#10
alllexandru "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Old continent Posts: 2,556	Another vote for 233

2 March 2025, 11:25 PM	#11
travisb 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,950	233 is a PAM staple. I couldn't see any regrets it that decision.

3 March 2025, 03:44 AM	#14
Cru Jones 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: CET Posts: 35,761	233 would pair amazingly well with the 243!

3 March 2025, 09:57 PM	#16
inadeje 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 6,116	It’s a good time to get back into Panerai. Prices are still pretty low on most 3 digit references which in my view are pretty much the only Panerai worth having on a nostalgic basis. However, I’m a Panerai purist so the uncluttered dial look is the way to go IMHO. Good liuck. I just added a 183 to my 111 and bronzo and that’s all my panerai bases covered with radiomir and luminor references __________________ ♛ 218206 Roman ♛ 116689 ♛ 126710BLRO ♛ 16520 white ♛ 16523 white ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1R-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Bronzo 671, 111 & 183, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Cartier Santos XL - Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

4 March 2025, 06:14 AM	#18
waterman1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: USA Posts: 932	I regret selling my 243. That is an awesome watch. Replaced it with the 25 which I will never sell.

4 March 2025, 02:54 PM	#19
Mastergreenhand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Tony Location: Chi-town Watch: Starbucks, Panerai Posts: 1,208	I like both options. The 275 is sharp. Can’t go wrong here. Go with your gut, its right most of the time __________________ Starbucks, Speedmaster Professional, PAM 212

4 March 2025, 05:02 PM	#20
Moondoggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Knackers Location: NI/Aust/USA Watch: and wait Posts: 3,421	Do it I have, this isn't leaving my wrist, new shoes too.

4 March 2025, 06:23 PM	#21
Little machines "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Real Name: Joseph Location: USA Posts: 2,697	233 great Panerai ! Also that PAM 01347 beautiful Panerai !!

5 March 2025, 05:53 AM	#22
YoungW "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Young Location: NYC Watch: PAM 422 Posts: 92	233 is the one I’d pick if I were to buy a 44mm! Prices are unbelievable these days. Just took delivery of a 662… I’ve wanted one for years and was lucky enough to find a mint condition 2022 model for a steal. It looks like it was never worn!

9 March 2025, 03:32 AM	#24
pendlepants 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: United States Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 114	You can’t go wrong with the 233. I’ve got a dot dial — the issue was with the power reserve display but it’s fixable and Panerai will service the dot without replacing the dial to AM/PM (though they’ll do that as well if asked to).

9 March 2025, 08:24 AM	#25
psifox "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: usa Posts: 96	I also have a Panerai I have my eyes on and I would love to add it to my collection before the year ends.

9 March 2025, 04:14 PM	#27
Andad 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,782	It would take years to guess a Panerai model number. __________________ E

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