Possible PAM 372 acquisition

[avilhena]

Hey guys,

I have the possibility of purchasing this 372 from a close friend. He used to wear it a lot, but now cant even remember when was the last time it saw some wristime, probably more than a year ago.

It is beat up, with a lot of scraches on the cristal and case, but I could get it in very favourable condition and price if I really intend to stay with it.

Would love to hear your thoughts on this model, since I am no Paneristi, although I do own some models: 273, 424 and 449, so this would be my first Luminor.

Also, I really dont like the original strap, definetely would change it, if you have some pictures do share i would appreciate.

Thanks.

(Sorry for the bad pictures)








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[ajas]

372 is an iconic Pam if your wrist can take it.

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[Jidonsu]

Hate to say it, but has he ever cleaned that watch? I’d say that you should only buy it if it’s a nice discount from other watches for sale AND you actually want it. Don’t forget to factor in the cost to refinish it properly.

[flyunder]

I don’t think the strap is an issue. You’ll end up getting lots of straps in no time. The scratches on the case and plexiglass just give the watch a nice/cool vintage patina.
Here is mine with buffalo black.



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[avilhena]

Originally Posted by Jidonsu

Hate to say it, but has he ever cleaned that watch? I’d say that you should only buy it if it’s a nice discount from other watches for sale AND you actually want it. Don’t forget to factor in the cost to refinish it properly.

I dont think he ever cleaned it

I would get a nice discount and probably pay it not at once, but in some months.

I wouldn`t refinish it for now.

[avilhena]

Originally Posted by flyunder

I don’t think the strap is an issue. You’ll end up getting lots of straps in no time. The scratches on the case and plexiglass just give the watch a nice/cool vintage patina.
Here is mine with buffalo black.

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Thanks for sharing! Really liked with that strap

[nick c]

It’s the perfect Pam, congrats in advance.🥂


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[fullcourt]

that’s awesome....looks well worn. I lol’d after reading the comment did he ever clean it.

it’s a watch not a Ferrari. 🤣

[Rrpdc]

Nice watch but you have to have wrist for it. Looks like you are trying to wear a wall clock on your wrist.

[avilhena]

I think I'll keep it. Here's a picture after I cleaned it up:



Also, for those who might think it might be too big to my wrist, well... what can I do?
I wont let the size of my wrist be a limitation to the watches I can or cannot wear. If I like it I'll wear it.

Doing about the 372 and discovering it has a direct root to the Panerai 6152, looking almost identical to it made me want it even more.

Thanks for all the input.

[flyunder]

Originally Posted by avilhena

I think I'll keep it. Here's a picture after I cleaned it up:



Also, for those who might think it might be too big to my wrist, well... what can I do?
I wont let the size of my wrist be a limitation to the watches I can or cannot wear. If I like it I'll wear it.

Doing about the 372 and discovering it has a direct root to the Panerai 6152, looking almost identical to it made me want it even more.

Thanks for all the input.

Looks great! Enjoy it!



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[Dan2010]

Originally Posted by avilhena

I think I'll keep it. Here's a picture after I cleaned it up:



Also, for those who might think it might be too big to my wrist, well... what can I do?
I wont let the size of my wrist be a limitation to the watches I can or cannot wear. If I like it I'll wear it.

Doing about the 372 and discovering it has a direct root to the Panerai 6152, looking almost identical to it made me want it even more.

Thanks for all the input.

It's a Panerai, it's SUPPOSED to be big. Don't listen to people who don't get Panerai.

[Cadi1]

I think it looks great and cleaned up nice. Congrats!!

[Cru Jones]

Looks great, and you get some nice and gentle patina....372 looks even better marked up.

[avilhena]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Looks great, and you get some nice and gentle patina....372 looks even better marked up.

Originally Posted by Cadi1

I think it looks great and cleaned up nice. Congrats!!

Originally Posted by Dan2010

It's a Panerai, it's SUPPOSED to be big. Don't listen to people who don't get Panerai.

Originally Posted by flyunder

Looks great! Enjoy it!



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Thank you for the kind words and support

[aperna]

It looks great on your wrist do it!

[Jay (Eire)]

One of my favourite PAMs and the last new PAM I bought (when first released). While I'd been through 47mm before, both Luminor and Radiomir, this was just too big for my wrist.




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[learn2route]

Look great. I just bought mine PAM 372 Sapphire

[blacke90]

Whoa, looks great after cleaning. Big congrats!

+1 on wearing what you like and etc. Who cares what others think unless they'll buy for you. ;) (My mom taught me that lol)

Originally Posted by avilhena

I think I'll keep it. Here's a picture after I cleaned it up:



Also, for those who might think it might be too big to my wrist, well... what can I do?
I wont let the size of my wrist be a limitation to the watches I can or cannot wear. If I like it I'll wear it.

Doing about the 372 and discovering it has a direct root to the Panerai 6152, looking almost identical to it made me want it even more.

Thanks for all the input.