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karmatp · 27 May 2009, 10:06 AM

I am just curious what peoples feeling are towards the titanium panerai models. I am doing some research and I am leaning towards a 176 or 177. I am not a big fan of polished watches and love the look of the ti and pvd models. From what I have read so far, people seem to like the ti models but the SS models seem to be the favorites of many members. I am just looking for some first hand experiences as to the pro's and con's of the ti models. Thanks in advance from a future Panerai owner.

B. Doggy · 27 May 2009, 12:25 PM

I'd say that in terms of popularity and production numbers, SS and/or polished are more popular. This includes both Radiomir and Luminor models. Then there's the old adage that needs to be added to such inquiries: Buy what you love and what sings to you!!

brainbizz · 27 May 2009, 12:54 PM

I have a 279 and like the brown face. I rarely wear it due to being a creature of habit with to many others in the collection. It does have a nice look and weight. I have not noticied it scratching any easier.

TswaneNguni · 27 May 2009, 01:33 PM

I prefer ss over Ti and polished over brushed.RG,WG,YG and Pt being on another level.My absolute favourite is PAM Rosegold.Luminor much better suited to Ti compared to the Radiomirs.I nearly

when I saw the 309 and felt it on the wrist.Its just the wrong metal for that model.In the Luminors in Ti ,I like the brown dialed ones the best.The combination of Ti and the brown dial ,quite striking in appearance.The 176/177 and 240 I have seen and are very nice but for me personally would prefer the 111 or 104 above that.I prefer the weight of ss over Ti.

A polished Luminor case is very easy to keep scratch free.Wenol red being my favourite to remove scratches.

Lamone · 27 May 2009, 04:34 PM

I have a 24 and a 25. I love the titanium, the 25 is about 40% lighter than the 24.
Above all is very stealth.

Trurolexer · 28 May 2009, 12:28 AM

176 look so nice...

VazLube · 28 May 2009, 01:47 AM

Only Ti models I would consider are 25 and 311!

Still, I would love to own a Pt model! Au is not my style at the moment.

B. Doggy · 28 May 2009, 01:52 AM

I agree with everything here. The best thing to do is try them on though. I do think Ti is a bit light for my tatstes, but that's just me.

27 May 2009, 10:06 AM	#1
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	Titanium? I am just curious what peoples feeling are towards the titanium panerai models. I am doing some research and I am leaning towards a 176 or 177. I am not a big fan of polished watches and love the look of the ti and pvd models. From what I have read so far, people seem to like the ti models but the SS models seem to be the favorites of many members. I am just looking for some first hand experiences as to the pro's and con's of the ti models. Thanks in advance from a future Panerai owner. __________________ My grails:

27 May 2009, 12:25 PM	#2
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	I'd say that in terms of popularity and production numbers, SS and/or polished are more popular. This includes both Radiomir and Luminor models. Then there's the old adage that needs to be added to such inquiries: Buy what you love and what sings to you!! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

28 May 2009, 01:52 AM	#8
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	I agree with everything here. The best thing to do is try them on though. I do think Ti is a bit light for my tatstes, but that's just me. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

27 May 2009, 12:54 PM	#3
brainbizz Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 608	I have a 279 and like the brown face. I rarely wear it due to being a creature of habit with to many others in the collection. It does have a nice look and weight. I have not noticied it scratching any easier.

27 May 2009, 01:33 PM	#4
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,609	I prefer ss over Ti and polished over brushed.RG,WG,YG and Pt being on another level.My absolute favourite is PAM Rosegold.Luminor much better suited to Ti compared to the Radiomirs.I nearly when I saw the 309 and felt it on the wrist.Its just the wrong metal for that model.In the Luminors in Ti ,I like the brown dialed ones the best.The combination of Ti and the brown dial ,quite striking in appearance.The 176/177 and 240 I have seen and are very nice but for me personally would prefer the 111 or 104 above that.I prefer the weight of ss over Ti. A polished Luminor case is very easy to keep scratch free.Wenol red being my favourite to remove scratches.

27 May 2009, 04:34 PM	#5
Lamone Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NYC Watch: ya mawt! Posts: 3,448	I have a 24 and a 25. I love the titanium, the 25 is about 40% lighter than the 24. Above all is very stealth.

28 May 2009, 12:28 AM	#6
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	176 look so nice...

28 May 2009, 01:47 AM	#7
VazLube Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: South of Equator Posts: 278	Only Ti models I would consider are 25 and 311! Still, I would love to own a Pt model! Au is not my style at the moment.

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