PAM111 or PAM312?

[shuseido]

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[SmOcKxY]

Ok guys..an update!!

I finally made the decision to go out and buy the PAM312! Wore it for a day and I must say I love the weight and size of it on my wrist! My wife, who didn't really like Panerais and wanted me to get IWC instead, agreed that it looks good when worn..haha! Sadly because it's the thickest watch I've owned..already had a few small knocks on tables and doors..ouch! Realise the shiny part of the case is very susceptible to fine scratches!


I also just ordered a dark calf leather strap to make the watch more versatile!

[Oceanklassik]

Congratz! That is a handsome watch you have acquired

Show us some pics if you can

[breitling77]

Cool! PAM 312 is indeed a good choice. Though I don't own any Panerai, I do prefer 312. Yes 111 is also my choice. I feel 312 (with in house movements, 1950 case etc) is a better choice. The premiums had significantly softened over the last few years. At least you got discounts, during the first year, it even needed extra premiums. Great choice! Awaiting for your photos!

[nlbs]

Acquiring the watch is a good start! Next should go hunting for straps and buckles

[BAR_Honda]

Ok guys..an update!!

I finally made the decision to go out and buy the PAM312! Wore it for a day and I must say I love the weight and size of it on my wrist! My wife, who didn't really like Panerais and wanted me to get IWC instead, agreed that it looks good when worn..haha! Sadly because it's the thickest watch I've owned..already had a few small knocks on tables and doors..ouch! Realise the shiny part of the case is very susceptible to fine scratches!


I also just ordered a dark calf leather strap to make the watch more versatile!

Congrats! I am also a recent owner of Pam312.

The shinny bezel is really a scratch magnet... be careful especially when putting your watch hand into a bag with zippers... those zipper teeth are sure to give you a few scratches... I found out the hard way :-(

As for straps, I find Simona leather really nice! I got the michelangelo with bronze buckle...swee!
5mm is a bit too thick, espcially at the keepers part where the strap overlap. 4mm is just nice imho.

[voltshin]

congrats..... even wearing with long sleeves shirt can get scratches from it.

[ngokyc]

Congratulations! I would say 312 is a reasonably functional watch with a typical watch function, I.e auto, date, hour and min hand with sub sec hand and in a fashionable way where you can change straps as your mood swings... I like the 3 days pr and the 1950 case.. Hmm.. Time to look for another watch