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Bebot · 30 June 2009, 07:22 AM

If you could only have one Panerai between Pam88 and Pam312, Which one and why?

Please this is my dilemma right now between this two models and please don't throw in another model because it is already hard enough for me to decide between this two.

Here is the problem:

I have been wanted a Panerai (one only) to add to my watch collection. I have few Rolex, 1 Tag, 1 Omega, 1 Hamilton and 1 Seiko. So as you can see I just want one of other brand. I bought a Pam44 in the past and I sold it here to get a 44mm. The one I fell in love with is the Pam312. Went to my AD and put a deposit to make sure that I get the first one they get. After a long wait, an opportunity to buy a Pam88 came into the picture. Make long story short, I bought the Pam88 just over a week ago. Now my AD just called to tell me that they have a confirmation that the Pam312 in on transit and have my name all over it.

WHAT DO I DO?

Should I sell the Pam88 to buy the Pam312?
Or should I just hang on to Pam88 and just forget about the Pam312 for now?

HELP!!!

argee1977 · 30 June 2009, 07:36 AM

It's really personal choice, do you like the 88, you've had it a week so should have a clue if it's the Panerai for you, if it's not and you really do love the 312 then i guess you'll go for it.

You can get a few opinions from here, but in reality it's down to you and you alone, you have the 88, you'll see and feel the 312 and you'll make the right decision based on your needs and wants

Bebot · 30 June 2009, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by argee1977

It's really personal choice, do you like the 88, you've had it a week so should have a clue if it's the Panerai for you, if it's not and you really do love the 312 then i guess you'll go for it.

You can get a few opinions from here, but in reality it's down to you and you alone, you have the 88, you'll see and feel the 312 and you'll make the right decision based on your needs and wants

I really think I like the 312 better because of it's simplicity. I think I bought the 88 because...

1. I don't like to play the waiting game for 312. My AD doesn't don't when they are going to get it or even if they are going to get it.

2. The opportunuty was pressnted to me on the 88 that I made an impulse decision.

B. Doggy · 30 June 2009, 08:05 AM

I say put the 312 on your wrist. If it screams at you, then you have your answer. It's the only way to know for sure.

c2tcardin · 30 June 2009, 08:46 AM

As I only have the 312 I guess you know where my vote goes!

Bebot · 30 June 2009, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by B. Doggy

I say put the 312 on your wrist. If it screams at you, then you have your answer. It's the only way to know for sure.

I did and this is why I put a deposit in the first place.

Bebot · 30 June 2009, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by c2tcardin

As I only have the 312 I guess you know where my vote goes!

Have you ever tried the 88?

drtooth73 · 30 June 2009, 09:17 AM

It seems to me 312 is a one rung higher on the ladder than 88.
So wear 88 till you get 312, then sell the 88. Pretty simple.
If you are like me, you'd want to change the watch every couple of months

c2tcardin · 30 June 2009, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Bebot

Have you ever tried the 88?

I have not owned one but I did check out an 88 at my AD over the winter, it is an awesome watch, one of my favorites. But once I strapped on the 312 I knew it was the one. The day I picked up my 312 the AD had the coveted 233 so I checked out both and the 233 is all they say it is but I still loved the 312 more. Plus it is half the price! LOL

Bebot · 30 June 2009, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by drtooth73

It seems to me 312 is a one rung higher on the ladder than 88.
So wear 88 till you get 312, then sell the 88. Pretty simple.
If you are like me, you'd want to change the watch every couple of months

Well, what I don't want to do is buy the 312 and sell the 88 later. I have a problem letting things go, so I don't really want to end up with both.

I am not a tooth dr. that I can afford to change watch every couple of months.

At this point I am leaning toward the Pam312 because of the new in house movement and the exhibition back.

Anyone wants to buy the 88? Common make my life easy.

Bebot · 30 June 2009, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by c2tcardin

I have not owned one but I did check out an 88 at my AD over the winter, it is an awesome watch, one of my favorites. But once I strapped on the 312 I knew it was the one. The day I picked up my 312 the AD had the coveted 233 so I checked out both and the 233 is all they say it is but I still loved the 312 more. Plus it is half the price! LOL

This is exactly why I put a deposit on 312. After strapping it on my wrist, I knew that it's the one. I just couldn't wait not knowing it's going to come, so I decided to pull the trigger on the 88.

vh_bu98 · 30 June 2009, 10:16 AM

The 312 is much cleaner looking so I would go with that between the two.

Nica64 · 30 June 2009, 10:35 AM

Go with your heart, if the 312 is the one calling you.... get it!!!

........

You can go wrong with any of the two but my choice will be the 312!!

B. Doggy · 30 June 2009, 10:58 AM

The 312 has the true Panerai look. Simple. Clean. Unadorned. If you're like me, then choose the PAM that has the historic factor (manual wind, clean dial, 1950 case, etc). I say this especially if it's the only one you're going to own.

newrolexman · 30 June 2009, 12:29 PM

Keep the

It will keep growing on you.

Its a great watch..

d

morgman · 30 June 2009, 02:51 PM

Go check out the 312, but if it were me, I'd hang on to the 88 for a while, or search for a used 233. The 312 was too much like a "bowl with flat lid" when I saw it in person. One can easily run into a grass is always greener syndrome with watches!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bebot

If you could only have one Panerai between Pam88 and Pam312, Which one and why?

Please this is my dilemma right now between this two models and please don't throw in another model because it is already hard enough for me to decide between this two.

Here is the problem:

I have been wanted a Panerai (one only) to add to my watch collection. I have few Rolex, 1 Tag, 1 Omega, 1 Hamilton and 1 Seiko. So as you can see I just want one of other brand. I bought a Pam44 in the past and I sold it here to get a 44mm. The one I fell in love with is the Pam312. Went to my AD and put a deposit to make sure that I get the first one they get. After a long wait, an opportunity to buy a Pam88 came into the picture. Make long story short, I bought the Pam88 just over a week ago. Now my AD just called to tell me that they have a confirmation that the Pam312 in on transit and have my name all over it.

WHAT DO I DO?

Should I sell the Pam88 to buy the Pam312?
Or should I just hang on to Pam88 and just forget about the Pam312 for now?

HELP!!!

Bebot · 30 June 2009, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by vh_bu98

The 312 is much cleaner looking so I would go with that between the two.

Bebot · 30 June 2009, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nica64

Go with your heart, if the 312 is the one calling you.... get it!!!

........

You can go wrong with any of the two but my choice will be the 312!!

The more Im leaning this way.

Bebot · 30 June 2009, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by morgman

One can easily run into a grass is always greener syndrome with watches!

I know what you mean.

Zed · 30 June 2009, 03:56 PM

Emil.. i do not envy you with your Dilema.. just what everyone is saying.. whichever calls your name.. and from what i can see you are leaning more to the 312.. (personally i would prefer the 312 due to the inhouse movement and clean dial) but let me give you a second option...
if i was you i would keep the 88 and enjoy it for a while.. the 312 is not going anywhere, it will become more available in months to come....

Trurolexer · 30 June 2009, 04:51 PM

This is my advice, Kabayan...You have several Rolex, sell one of 'em then buy 312. And keep your 88 for sure. Good luck!!!

rotan · 30 June 2009, 05:37 PM

I have always liked Panerai for its simplicity and clean dial. So I say.... Go for the 312! Go where your heart tells you to...

drtooth73 · 30 June 2009, 11:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bebot

Well, what I don't want to do is buy the 312 and sell the 88 later. I have a problem letting things go, so I don't really want to end up with both.

I am not a tooth dr. that I can afford to change watch every couple of months.

At this point I am leaning toward the Pam312 because of the new in house movement and the exhibition back.

Anyone wants to buy the 88? Common make my life easy.

oh, come on, you change watches pretty often, i read your posts.

Bebot · 1 July 2009, 02:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rotan

I have always liked Panerai for its simplicity and clean dial. So I say.... Go for the 312! Go where your heart tells you to...

You're killing me.

Bebot · 1 July 2009, 02:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trurolexer

This is my advice, Kabayan...You have several Rolex, sell one of 'em then buy 312. And keep your 88 for sure. Good luck!!!

I am done with my Rolex collection so I am not going to sell any of them.

It's also going to be awhile before I buy another Rolex.

Bebot · 1 July 2009, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by drtooth73

oh, come on, you change watches pretty often, i read your posts.

Not as often as you do.

drtooth73 · 1 July 2009, 02:09 AM

Past year I only bought/sold a dozen watches, thats all.

drtooth73 · 1 July 2009, 02:11 AM

Emil, those Panerai are nice, I am planning to buy one soon, I just dont know if I'll be able to wear it, as much as the Sub. I never take the Sub off the wrist.
Hope Panerai bands hold up well.

Bebot · 1 July 2009, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by drtooth73

Past year I only bought/sold a dozen watches, thats all.

That's alot.

Bebot · 1 July 2009, 03:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drtooth73

Emil, those Panerai are nice, I am planning to buy one soon, I just dont know if I'll be able to wear it, as much as the Sub. I never take the Sub off the wrist.
Hope Panerai bands hold up well.

If you decide to get Pam88 "K" series (latest series), let me know.

30 June 2009, 07:22 AM	#1
Bebot "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Emil Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: U macallit Posts: 2,645	One Panerai only If you could only have one Panerai between Pam88 and Pam312, Which one and why? Please this is my dilemma right now between this two models and please don't throw in another model because it is already hard enough for me to decide between this two. Here is the problem: I have been wanted a Panerai (one only) to add to my watch collection. I have few Rolex, 1 Tag, 1 Omega, 1 Hamilton and 1 Seiko. So as you can see I just want one of other brand. I bought a Pam44 in the past and I sold it here to get a 44mm. The one I fell in love with is the Pam312. Went to my AD and put a deposit to make sure that I get the first one they get. After a long wait, an opportunity to buy a Pam88 came into the picture. Make long story short, I bought the Pam88 just over a week ago. Now my AD just called to tell me that they have a confirmation that the Pam312 in on transit and have my name all over it. WHAT DO I DO? Should I sell the Pam88 to buy the Pam312? Or should I just hang on to Pam88 and just forget about the Pam312 for now? HELP!!!

30 June 2009, 07:36 AM	#2
argee1977 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Ryan Location: England Watch: AP ROC Posts: 1,462	It's really personal choice, do you like the 88, you've had it a week so should have a clue if it's the Panerai for you, if it's not and you really do love the 312 then i guess you'll go for it. You can get a few opinions from here, but in reality it's down to you and you alone, you have the 88, you'll see and feel the 312 and you'll make the right decision based on your needs and wants __________________ PANERAI, MORE THAN A WATCH, LESS THAN A KITKAT

30 June 2009, 08:05 AM	#4
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	I say put the 312 on your wrist. If it screams at you, then you have your answer. It's the only way to know for sure. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

30 June 2009, 08:46 AM	#5
c2tcardin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Jeff Location: NH Watch: Pam 312 & DJ II Posts: 312	As I only have the 312 I guess you know where my vote goes! __________________ Cheers, Jeff ------------------------------------------------------ PAM 312, DJ II

30 June 2009, 10:35 AM	#13
Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	Go with your heart, if the 312 is the one calling you.... get it!!! ........ You can go wrong with any of the two but my choice will be the 312!! __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

30 June 2009, 09:17 AM	#8
drtooth73 Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: W. Stutman Location: Motor City Watch: TT GMT IIC Posts: 2,223	It seems to me 312 is a one rung higher on the ladder than 88. So wear 88 till you get 312, then sell the 88. Pretty simple. If you are like me, you'd want to change the watch every couple of months

30 June 2009, 10:16 AM	#12
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	The 312 is much cleaner looking so I would go with that between the two.

30 June 2009, 10:58 AM	#14
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	The 312 has the true Panerai look. Simple. Clean. Unadorned. If you're like me, then choose the PAM that has the historic factor (manual wind, clean dial, 1950 case, etc). I say this especially if it's the only one you're going to own. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

30 June 2009, 12:29 PM	#15
newrolexman Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: CA Posts: 1,083	Keep the It will keep growing on you. Its a great watch.. d

30 June 2009, 03:56 PM	#20
Zed Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK Watch: Panerai 186 & 233 Posts: 489	Emil.. i do not envy you with your Dilema.. just what everyone is saying.. whichever calls your name.. and from what i can see you are leaning more to the 312.. (personally i would prefer the 312 due to the inhouse movement and clean dial) but let me give you a second option... if i was you i would keep the 88 and enjoy it for a while.. the 312 is not going anywhere, it will become more available in months to come....

30 June 2009, 04:51 PM	#21
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	This is my advice, Kabayan...You have several Rolex, sell one of 'em then buy 312. And keep your 88 for sure. Good luck!!!

30 June 2009, 05:37 PM	#22
rotan "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Leong Location: Singapore Watch: AP 15202ST Posts: 210	I have always liked Panerai for its simplicity and clean dial. So I say.... Go for the 312! Go where your heart tells you to... __________________ Rolex Batman 116710BLNR Audemars Piguet 15202ST H series

1 July 2009, 02:09 AM	#27
drtooth73 Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: W. Stutman Location: Motor City Watch: TT GMT IIC Posts: 2,223	Past year I only bought/sold a dozen watches, thats all.

1 July 2009, 02:11 AM	#28
drtooth73 Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: W. Stutman Location: Motor City Watch: TT GMT IIC Posts: 2,223	Emil, those Panerai are nice, I am planning to buy one soon, I just dont know if I'll be able to wear it, as much as the Sub. I never take the Sub off the wrist. Hope Panerai bands hold up well.

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