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bahbahani · 15 May 2015, 10:52 AM

I am totally new to Panerai and am considering getting one, but would like to get your opinions on what should I buy, which aspects to consider, and what should be the best first and maybe only Panerai I will have.
I'm really liking the Radiomir case, and would like a big case since my wrist is big.

My current watches are the Rolex 116610lv aka HULK, and AP Diver steel, and will buy an AP 15400 soon. My wrist size is 8"

Here is a pic of a 323 I have tried on

Thanks for the help guys!

nick c · 15 May 2015, 11:15 AM

I think the best for you go 372 47mm good luck

supra8903 · 15 May 2015, 12:10 PM

If you want a Rad. Go 425

Cru Jones · 15 May 2015, 02:10 PM

If one PAM and done, and that PAM is a 47 mm Rad, then I would say 232. Yes, you'll have to buy used, but it is one of the purest and best Panerai you can get without delving into vintage.

travisb · 16 May 2015, 03:28 AM

I agree with Cru on the 232.

If you want new, in a 47mm Rad case, the 425 is very clean and can be had at an attractive price point.

bahbahani · 16 May 2015, 12:41 PM

Thanks for your help, but as I am new to Panerai I would like to know why are all the recommendations are for simplistic dials with no complications?
I do want a new watch not used, and it does not have to be a Rad, all suggestions are welcome but a bigger case is preferred.
and let's say with a $14,000 budget

nick c · 16 May 2015, 12:59 PM

Buy yourself Pam 372 it's so nice inshallah

bahbahani · 16 May 2015, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nick c

Buy yourself Pam 372 it's so nice inshallah

Thanks Nick, it is really growing on me. I'll have to try one on and see what happens, who knows it may be the one I buy

inshallah :)

Ravager135 · 16 May 2015, 02:04 PM

PAM372 or PAM587 are pretty nice examples at 47mm.

Andad · 16 May 2015, 02:47 PM

Why not find a 231.

bahbahani · 20 May 2015, 07:58 AM

So today I tried on the 372 and really really liked it

Now I'm between the 372 and the 323, I know that the comparison is like apples to oranges but these are the two that I like.
I like the simplicity and the color of the dial on the 372, the case presence, and the plexiglass.
On the other side I like the GMT complication, date function, and the 10 day power reserve on the 323

Given my other watches mentioned earlier what do you think I should get?

ocwatching · 20 May 2015, 08:16 AM

honestly...the 372 is quickly becoming THE Panerai to own if you can carry the 47mm (which you can)...the crown guard is the main hallmark of Panerai...

This coming from a Radiomir case lover...

texex91 · 20 May 2015, 08:47 AM

372. No question.

nick c · 20 May 2015, 09:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bahbahani

So today I tried on the 372 and really really liked it

Now I'm between the 372 and the 323, I know that the comparison is like apples to oranges but these are the two that I like.
I like the simplicity and the color of the dial on the 372, the case presence, and the plexiglass.
On the other side I like the GMT complication, date function, and the 10 day power reserve on the 323

Given my other watches mentioned earlier what do you think I should get?

Looks very nice on you

mpowerGS · 14 September 2016, 02:34 AM

Ravager135- I have seem your post of the 587, and need your help deciding to go with a 587 or a 116610LV ?

I currently owe a Deep Sea and a Pam233

What do you recommend and also which one would hold the value better?

Trurolexer · 14 September 2016, 04:31 AM

372 is perfect for your first PAM

Robbie68 · 14 September 2016, 02:07 PM

449 or 372, you have the wrist to carry off a 47mm.

Al1969 · 14 September 2016, 02:22 PM

That 372 seems to fit just right.

kilyung · 14 September 2016, 10:21 PM

I'm guessing he may have decided since last year, guys.

Speed · 14 September 2016, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bahbahani

So today I tried on the 372 and really really liked it

Now I'm between the 372 and the 323, I know that the comparison is like apples to oranges but these are the two that I like.
I like the simplicity and the color of the dial on the 372, the case presence, and the plexiglass.
On the other side I like the GMT complication, date function, and the 10 day power reserve on the 323

Given my other watches mentioned earlier what do you think I should get?

I have to say...I don't like the GMT execution on Pams. Imprecise looking IMO.

I prefer the simpler dials. Now I do have a 312 with a date...id be happy without it, but the easy strap change system can't be beat.

Coffes4closers · 15 September 2016, 12:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

I'm guessing he may have decided since last year, guys.

Hahahaha I 2nd that!

BigAl72 · 15 September 2016, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nick c

I think the best for you go 372 47mm good luck

X2 Love my 372

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15 May 2015, 10:52 AM	#1
bahbahani "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Mohammed Location: Kuwait Watch: AP, Rolex ,Panerai Posts: 138	Help needed, total noob I am totally new to Panerai and am considering getting one, but would like to get your opinions on what should I buy, which aspects to consider, and what should be the best first and maybe only Panerai I will have. I'm really liking the Radiomir case, and would like a big case since my wrist is big. My current watches are the Rolex 116610lv aka HULK, and AP Diver steel, and will buy an AP 15400 soon. My wrist size is 8" Here is a pic of a 323 I have tried on Thanks for the help guys!

16 May 2015, 12:59 PM	#7
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Buy yourself Pam 372 it's so nice inshallah Attached Images

16 May 2015, 02:47 PM	#10
Andad 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,723	Why not find a 231. Attached Images __________________ E

20 May 2015, 08:16 AM	#12
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	honestly...the 372 is quickly becoming THE Panerai to own if you can carry the 47mm (which you can)...the crown guard is the main hallmark of Panerai... This coming from a Radiomir case lover... __________________ too much into watches...

14 September 2016, 02:22 PM	#18
Al1969 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,654	That 372 seems to fit just right. __________________ WG SUB-116719 GMT MASTER II 126719

15 May 2015, 11:15 AM	#2
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	I think the best for you go 372 47mm good luck

15 May 2015, 12:10 PM	#3
supra8903 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: NY Watch: Rolex Sub 114060 Posts: 277	If you want a Rad. Go 425

15 May 2015, 02:10 PM	#4
Cru Jones 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: CET Posts: 35,584	If one PAM and done, and that PAM is a 47 mm Rad, then I would say 232. Yes, you'll have to buy used, but it is one of the purest and best Panerai you can get without delving into vintage.

16 May 2015, 03:28 AM	#5
travisb "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,798	I agree with Cru on the 232. If you want new, in a 47mm Rad case, the 425 is very clean and can be had at an attractive price point.

16 May 2015, 12:41 PM	#6
bahbahani "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Mohammed Location: Kuwait Watch: AP, Rolex ,Panerai Posts: 138	Thanks for your help, but as I am new to Panerai I would like to know why are all the recommendations are for simplistic dials with no complications? I do want a new watch not used, and it does not have to be a Rad, all suggestions are welcome but a bigger case is preferred. and let's say with a $14,000 budget

16 May 2015, 02:04 PM	#9
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,250	PAM372 or PAM587 are pretty nice examples at 47mm.

20 May 2015, 07:58 AM	#11
bahbahani "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Mohammed Location: Kuwait Watch: AP, Rolex ,Panerai Posts: 138	So today I tried on the 372 and really really liked it Now I'm between the 372 and the 323, I know that the comparison is like apples to oranges but these are the two that I like. I like the simplicity and the color of the dial on the 372, the case presence, and the plexiglass. On the other side I like the GMT complication, date function, and the 10 day power reserve on the 323 Given my other watches mentioned earlier what do you think I should get?

20 May 2015, 08:47 AM	#13
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	372. No question.

14 September 2016, 02:34 AM	#15
mpowerGS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: USA Posts: 15	Ravager135- I have seem your post of the 587, and need your help deciding to go with a 587 or a 116610LV ? I currently owe a Deep Sea and a Pam233 What do you recommend and also which one would hold the value better?

14 September 2016, 04:31 AM	#16
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	372 is perfect for your first PAM

14 September 2016, 02:07 PM	#17
Robbie68 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NH Watch: SD4K Posts: 492	449 or 372, you have the wrist to carry off a 47mm.

14 September 2016, 10:21 PM	#19
kilyung "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,946	I'm guessing he may have decided since last year, guys.

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