Ti vs. Steel 44mm

[Watchmutt]

I'm getting the bug for a brown dial PAM so I'm considering a PAM 240 titanium. But I can't find any specs on how heavy it is. Does anyone know what the weight difference is between a steel and Ti 44mm? Any opinions on the Ti PAMs? These don't seem to be liked as much as the steel versions.

[Psmith]

I prefer steel - the weight and the look

The 390 is a 44 mm steel Luminor with a brown dial

[Palmasea]

I Love titanium watches...i have an AP RBti and jlc dbs both in titanium which I really like.
My brother has a jlc sub in titanium - love that as well...had a pam 202 in titanium - it was awesome.
For most brands Im always put off by too shiny cases, markers or combination of.
But I cant seem to get around 44mm panerais in titanium; they are a bit dull for me(first pam was a 176 in titanium) Remeber that the tabacco dial is already a bit dull...so the polished case with touch of gold hands make the 390 my choice - I would definately get the 390 over the 240

[nick c]

steel

[travisb]

351 is worth a look if considering a 44mm titanium.
After comparing it side by side with the 312 I actually prefered it over the SS.

[skipp231]

Ti is less "blingy", which helps on those occasions where you don't want your watch to draw too much attention. True..a PAM is already attention-grabbing, but Ti helps to tone that down a little. At least that is what I'd like to believe

Ti weighs less than SS for sure, and you do momentarily notice the difference in weight when you first strap a Ti piece on after the SS piece. However, we are talking about differences in weight of tens of grams, which most people will grow accustomed to after a couple of minutes on your wrist. I have a 47mm SS, 44mm Ti and a 47mm bronze in my collection and the difference in weight between these pieces don't bother me at all after each piece has spent some time on my wrist.

[mike m]

its a lot lighter..you'd really have to try one on and see if its for you. i sold my Ti pam because of the weight issue. I prefer a heavier watch..

[wokafu]

steel for me...never can i tell its a Ti from the look...so i'll saved the extra cash..

[Shrinkdial]

Agree with this.
I was tossing up the 351( which I prefer to the 240 due to no cyclops) and 312, but actually found the 351 much lighter than expected.
This is fine if that is what you want.
All I am suggesting is that going to an AD and actually testing them out helped a great deal- before then it was all hypothetical.

Originally Posted by mike m

its a lot lighter..you'd really have to try one on and see if its for you. i sold my Ti pam because of the weight issue. I prefer a heavier watch..

[Cru Jones]

I found Ti to be too dull for my liking and polished SS to be too flashy, so, I ended up with a brushed SS case/polished bezel.

[Watchmutt]

Sounds like its a mixed bag. I'm going to have to go to an AD this weekend and try out a Ti one. Thanks Folks.

[Shrinkdial]

And post photos of what comes home with you!

[Glenn422]

I prefer steel :)
Except for the 305 which is good with titanium because it's big. If it's steel it would be very heavy..

[Travelller]

Of course, Ti has it's place...

[MrTito]

I have a 351 - adore the look and for me its one of the most attractive PAMs, however, I must admit that it gets next to no wrist time simply because I really find the lack of weight disappointing every time I put it on. Looks stunning but I just can't get around this fact. Late last year I was lucky enough to be bought my choice (to a budget) of watch by work as a ten year gift - initially I desperately wanted a 305..... then felt the weight and went for a 243 instead...no regrets!
As always, it's a matter of personal taste but if I want the size of Panerai then (to me) I want the weight as well!

[stockae92]

I have had a few 44mm luminor i both SS and Ti. And my latest is a 112 in SS.

I do prefer SS because of the polished SS finish gives me more of a old-school feel of the watch.

I think the Ti 44mm (176) was very comfortable And I like how the metal feels in the hand.

its really a personal preference

[1k2go]

I have a 177 and love it. The weight is really nice and I think muted ti-grey looks better with the face than a polished case. Totally personal preference though. I would never not consider another PAM if it were steel.

Honestly, I say skip both and go Bronzo!

[bigmikebee]

Although Ti is a very hard material its hard to fix the dings & scratches. Very easy to smooth out dings on alum & stainless. Scotch pad green for the brushed alum and the ol' cape cod cloth for the stainless. It all depends on what you like.

[Backgammon]

You need both. Titan is for me more like a toolwatch and steel is more bling bling.


It is very difficult, both are stunning.
Regards Peer

[dman]

Have had some super cool Ti PAMs, fave was the 57 C but like others have stated for me I just always prefered the SS for the look and weight that it carries.

[TAKUYA]

someday, i'll get a Ti case for the collection.

[p_mcgee]

I've had both, I like the lighter weight of the titanium and could wear it a little more loosely. However, once it got a little dinged up I switched my vote to steel. 5 minutes with a cape cod cloth would have taken out the mark if it was a polished steel bezel ring, but I didn't want to mess with a fiber pen. I've heard mixed reviews.

[thran]

Originally Posted by p_mcgee

I've had both, I like the lighter weight of the titanium and could wear it a little more loosely. However, once it got a little dinged up I switched my vote to steel. 5 minutes with a cape cod cloth would have taken out the mark if it was a polished steel bezel ring, but I didn't want to mess with a fiber pen. I've heard mixed reviews.

Thats what scared me away from TI, for my first pam i was torn between the 177 and the 111, and opted for the 111 just for that reason

[Rodentman]

I just got a used 176 which the AD cleaned up very nicely. I like the look, and the lighter weight. I have no issue with a fiber pen should the need arise. And I have total confidence in my AD since their watchmakers have great experience, are accessible, and obviously kow how to deal with titanium.

That said, I also have SS Panerai (polished bezel and brushed case) and enjoy that combo as well.

I am enjoying the 176 immensely.....