Panerai appreciation thread

[100thmonkey]

it was actually the design of the tools used in the military so there is some heritage there too.

Before we get too carried away it was The Italian Military!

[spuds]

Great pics Gents and thank you all for including the model numbers...


Now somebody post pictures of a 944 please!!!

[Stegeorgy]

Alas I can no longer switch straps as the button release won't do as intended !

[Pupp]

[hhhh]

PAM 64C...

[Chris_in_the_UK]

^^^^^^

Lovely!!!

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[E_2_Right-Force]

This `04 111 must be considered almost vintage compared to the rest of the fayre on this thread.
Worn on one of Micah`s stinkin` old Mausers - knarly, rugged, proper.

[Pupp]

[crazyp]

PAM 64C...

Lovely, lovely 64!

This `04 111 must be considered almost vintage compared to the rest of the fayre on this thread.
Worn on one of Micah`s stinkin` old Mausers - knarly, rugged, proper.

I got my 111 in 2009 - gosh 10 years now! Was my first 'proper' high end watch. Currently have a 111 and 190. Both in the safe and need to come out. The 190 also needs a service (pricey....).

Had a 183 (sold to get a 190, I kinda miss the slim profile, though the 190 is a much better watch) and a 233 (fabulous, but didn't sit on my wrist well at all).

Some great Panerais here, though I seem to very much prefer the majority of PAMs prior to the mass in-house charge. Keep it up!

[devonpete]

My 512, 328 and 024

[frp422]

My recently arrived (today) PAM183, very pleased with my first Panerai!

Ant

[Chewitt13]

My recently arrived (today) PAM183, very pleased with my first Panerai!

Ant

Of all the panerai on here, that’s the best....

[kozza6]

My recently arrived (today) PAM183, very pleased with my first Panerai!

Ant

Have the very same model...a cracker :).
Recently added a 251 courtesy of the sales corner.
Couldn't resist the movie/ Stallone connection...
https://www.grayandsons.com/blog/spo...-sly-stallone/

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[David r]

My recently arrived (today) PAM183, very pleased with my first Panerai!

Ant

Congratulations, my first PAM was a 183. It can be a slippery slope from there. I added a 190 after a 2 year search. Enjoy!


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[browjam]

Anything endorsed by the Italian navy needs to be checked thoroughly

[Gareth-W]

I need another Panerai in my life.....47mm preferably....

[mondie]

It’s the name of the chap Allesandro Bettarini that worked at Panerai that designed the case most of the base models come in.

I bought this 88 on a bit of a whim. I was originally looking for a 176. But as I can’t wind a watch, or use a screwdriver at the moment, I wanted something in a Bettarini case, automatic and quick release pins. This ticks all the boxes. I have noticed when searching, some 88s have screw bars and some have quick release pins. There must have been a transition and that’s a bonus! I can’t ever remember a base model with quick release pins. This must be an early example of quick release pin use - it’s a 2007 watch. The chap I bought it off has owned it from new. I think judging by the case, he’s worn every single day of those 14 years. I was going to get it refurbished, but I actually really like it as it is. I might just get it serviced and ask them to leave the refinishing as it is.

Thanks, good to know. I too found when hunting for my 088 that only some had the strap quick release. I read a few forum threads by owners who had suffered a seizing of the quick release, and Panerai would only offer a replacement case. So be sure to give them a good actuation regularly.

[neebsta]

Thanks, good to know. I too found when hunting for my 088 that only some had the strap quick release. I read a few forum threads by owners who had suffered a seizing of the quick release, and Panerai would only offer a replacement case. So be sure to give them a good actuation regularly.

I’ve had about 6 PAMs with the quick release bars now. It’s an excellent system and personally I have never had an issue with any of them.

[Rob153]

Summers nearly here; time for a bit of Rubber :-)

[Robsmck]

Summers nearly here; time for a bit of Rubber :-)

Love that strap Rob

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[Rob153]

Love that strap Rob

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Cheers Rob

Tried a few different colours but the light blue OEM really works, perfect summer combo.


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[Stanford]

A little reminder that relatively small and not 'classical' can be beautiful:

[jimmbob]

Took my first PAM out for drinks at the weekend. Watch courtesy of Verv. Strap courtesy of Toshi.

[Rob153]

That’s a perfect first Pam; can’t beat a nice 590.

Took my first PAM out for drinks at the weekend. Watch courtesy of Verv. Strap courtesy of Toshi.

[Stanford]

I was going to wear this on Sunday,but the threat of downpours and the prospect of damp leather persuaded me otherwise.

[synequano]

I posted this on another forum...

Pic taken few years ago before I bought the two pams I posted earlier





In my region (Asia),pam still remains popular for those who still cannot afford the likes of AP ROO or steel Rolex...personally I do enjoy wearing pam more than the watches by those two brands

Personally I enjoy wearing mine as they’re different,bold,simple yet still refined...

[mk1974]

One of the things I like about panerais,if your out and another paneristi spots what your wearing they’ll approach you and comment on your watch.
It’s like having an old mini or beetle and seeing another,headlights start flashing straight away.
I’m not sure you get the same response when your wearing something else .


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[saintsinner]

Some of mine from years gone by and 2 from the present...

Started for me with a 086.


Then a 176 followed.


Then a 312.


Then a 190, which was a bad move as i quickly realised why i couldn't get on with the 312.


It was 312's lack of gold hands so that was moved on for a 351.


Then i traded the lot for the 2 present ones...

127


232


And of all that have gone, i only miss one, and it was the one that i took the longest to bond with, but at the end it was tough to let it go and i very nearly didn't.
So Panerai.

[verv]

I do like em.

[ghu1967]

I do like em.

This is a lovely piece. What is the reference please?


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[verv]

605 Firenze

[ghu1967]

605 Firenze

Thanks. It’s a standout for me.


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[luckyal]

My pair, of which the 233 is probably my most worn watch.

[Integrale]

Very basic question, what's the smallest model available, probably an older one? I really love the look, especially the sandwich dial, but can't get away with the large sizes and bulk.

What references are 42mm or less?

Thanks

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[100thmonkey]

605 amazing dial

[100thmonkey]

Brooklyn Bridge was but one watch that no one I know ever brought. They still remain a iconic brand and a great alternative to the ‘safe’ (read boring) options most chose.
Panerai journey has been up and down. Plucked from obscurity and brought out by major corporation that catapulted them into the upper echelons long before they were ready to be there they did well considering.
But here we are today seeing a nice steady and reliable Release from them each year and many returning to those classic and timeless pieces plus collectors scrambling to find some of the earlier Classics that have that charm and character.
Add to this the move to in-house across the board and smaller models that cater for those who prefer a slender watch and if nothing else they have listened to their critics and acted Upon that.

[Robsmck]

it's good to see a lot of panerai love on the forum. IMHO it is a great brand, despite some saying that they all look the same??

[Nev]

I’d missed this thread!

Really bad pics of some of mine.

190



590



232



233



And by no means least the 372



I do regret selling my 243 and would love another as i am missing a Sub. However top of that Sub list would be a 64, so Howard please give me a shout if you ever have a want to move the 64 on!!!




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[synequano]

Something less common

23A from 1998,notice the T Swiss made T



92G,the first antimagnetic Pam and first Mike Horn edition



123G,the only automatic destro pam with smooth bezel (yup,ruined by the PR)

[wigdog]

Simple logo zero here.

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[helidoc]

Simple logo zero here.

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If I ever get a Panerai, it would be the Zero.

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[100thmonkey]

Another classic IMHO

[KJH]

Some lovely examples here

Do have a hankering for one of the submersibles

My 118 stopped working, so currently with Panerai, thankfully just needs a service to sort it out, and should be back in another 4 weeks, been away for 2 weeks

Cheers

Kevin

[hhhh]

Another classic IMHO

That is a stunner, Kerry. My new favourite Pam.

[T1ckT0ck]

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[gladders]

Here’s today’s beauty - my 42mm 682 sub. Mine is from the first year of production and has the exhibition back.






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