Can't decide Pam305?Pam243?

[Sirowhite]

can't decide to pull the trigger to Pam305? Pam243?.....
which one is worth for collection? looks like Pam305 price is falling down..is it the timing to grab it?? Pls advise....

[thsiao]

I had the same dilemma last year... Went with the 305 and could not be happier.

[ancs88]

I'll take the 305 anytime!

[rulessapt]

305...
from a fellow 287 owner.

[CoachRolexRyan]

243 is an amazing watch. But you can't go wrong with either.

[nauticajoe]

Tough choice. I'd probably go with the 305....not a fan of the cyclops.

[kilyung]

305

[MrTito]

Hiya, I was lucky enough to receive a ten year present from work late last year and had exactly the same issue. I went with the 243 and have no regrets at all. My process went:

1) Size - personally I find 47mm just very slightly too big. I'm a big chap, but I just think it's a touch over the top.
2) Weight - the big one for me - I have a 351 which I dearly love, but am always feel a bit cheated by th eweight of a Ti. For me, I want an engineered block of steel which says 'I'm here' to me (and me alone) when I'm wearing it.
3) The port-hole effect of the 243's larger/deeper bezel and therefore impression of smaller face works for me and hightens the 'tool' look. I think the 305 is rather flat and sparse in comparison.
4) The back - not really a significant part of my thought process, but I do find the display back on a diver a bit silly!
5) Arab numerals - I like both sets of markers, but again for me, prefer the Arabic.
6) Again not a key point, but I'd like to get a Bronzo and so I thought that two of essentially the same model (I know that's a push) would be a waste - although that's still some way off!

7) The negative - and the only reason I was concerned about the 243, was the cyclops. Does it bother me now I have it on my wrist - no, would I remove it if I could - yes!

I posted exactly this thread and was lucky to get loads of great TRF pics - it was close, but for me the weight was the big deal breaker/maker and I LOVE my choice.

A small point - it was actually reasonably tough to get hold of a 243 in the end as I wanted a new piece and struggled to find anyone with it in stock. So you may find that a 305 is considerably easier to get hold of.

Let's be honest - either of them would be brilliant. I will try and get some pics together but if you search on threads I've started, there are a load under it!

[Sirowhite]

Originally Posted by thsiao

I had the same dilemma last year... Went with the 305 and could not be happier.

yes.....it is very tough decision make...

Originally Posted by ancs88

I'll take the 305 anytime!

thanks for your advised..

Originally Posted by CoachRolexRyan

243 is an amazing watch. But you can't go wrong with either.

Yes...that's why it is very tough to make decision...

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

Tough choice. I'd probably go with the 305....not a fan of the cyclops.

OK , I will try to think about 305...

Originally Posted by MrTito

Hiya, I was lucky enough to receive a ten year present from work late last year and had exactly the same issue. I went with the 243 and have no regrets at all. My process went:

1) Size - personally I find 47mm just very slightly too big. I'm a big chap, but I just think it's a touch over the top.
2) Weight - the big one for me - I have a 351 which I dearly love, but am always feel a bit cheated by th eweight of a Ti. For me, I want an engineered block of steel which says 'I'm here' to me (and me alone) when I'm wearing it.
3) The port-hole effect of the 243's larger/deeper bezel and therefore impression of smaller face works for me and hightens the 'tool' look. I think the 305 is rather flat and sparse in comparison.
4) The back - not really a significant part of my thought process, but I do find the display back on a diver a bit silly!
5) Arab numerals - I like both sets of markers, but again for me, prefer the Arabic.
6) Again not a key point, but I'd like to get a Bronzo and so I thought that two of essentially the same model (I know that's a push) would be a waste - although that's still some way off!

7) The negative - and the only reason I was concerned about the 243, was the cyclops. Does it bother me now I have it on my wrist - no, would I remove it if I could - yes!

I posted exactly this thread and was lucky to get loads of great TRF pics - it was close, but for me the weight was the big deal breaker/maker and I LOVE my choice.

A small point - it was actually reasonably tough to get hold of a 243 in the end as I wanted a new piece and struggled to find anyone with it in stock. So you may find that a 305 is considerably easier to get hold of.

Let's be honest - either of them would be brilliant. I will try and get some pics together but if you search on threads I've started, there are a load under it!

highly appreciated your advised..thank you so much....although 305 47mm is slightly big, but 47mm is a very nice size when you put the watch on wrist...
pls send me some pics.....maybe i may get the hints from the pics.....thanks!

[Cru Jones]

the only thing i can say is go with whichever feels better on the wrist. both have quite a bit of merit.

[zlin08033]

305 all day. 243 is nice but a bit "top heavy" and face is kinda small.

[Milgauss J]

I would go with 305 as well. Looks better imho.

[FNFZ4]

you know what I say if you cant decide..........












buy them both.......

[nick c]

3 0 5

[psv]

I had the 243, it was my first Panerai. I wasn't a keeper in my book. It just didn't feel very solid, at least not right next to a DSSD, and then when the cyclops cracked (on the inside?!) and it took 4-5 months to fix?! Bye, bye!

I'd go with the 305 if you can swing the size!

[dukerules]

I like the 305, but as a diver fan first and foremost, the 243 is the real deal. Bonus points if you get a T dial.

[leeye]

243 for me (becoz i much prefer stainless steel over titanium) but 305 or the SE version 371 is just as nice.

btw, 243 production is coming to an end.

[iLLGT2]

I don't mind the titanium 305 because the movement is heavy, makes the watch feel hefty and substantial!

Personally I would go for a 243 t dial, or Pam 25 b t dial

Both are just classic and ooze panerais DNA IMO! I tend to like the older Pam's though

[Sirowhite]

thanks for all of yours warm advised.
this morning i had make a decision and pull a trigger to PAM305.....
following is my new toy........share with yours....cheers..

[psv]

Excellent choice!

[toulouse]

Awesome pic up! That would've been my choice.