Panerai PAM 40 Vintage Review
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Panerai PAM 40 Vintage Review

By amanico · Sep 2, 2023 · 28 replies
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Nicolas (amanico) revisits the Panerai PAM 40, a titanium Grade 2 model from the Vendome era that, despite not being officially limited, proved exceptionally difficult to acquire. His original post highlights the watch's distinctive black dial and its historical significance alongside the PAM 36, offering a glimpse into a period that captivated many collectors. This article delves into why this particular reference remains a topic of fascination among Paneristi.

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Which was one of my favorite Panerai from the Vendome years. 

It came as the first ( with the PAM 36 ) titanium grade 2 Panerai, here with a black dial, while the 36 had a gorgeous tobacco dial. 

Officially not limited, but in fact, yes. Not even in the catalogue! 

The PAM 40: 






With the 36: 





That was the Panerai which drove me crazy! 

Best,

Nicolas

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Champthekid
Sep 2, 2023

Of course also the 36 😉

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ArmisT
Sep 2, 2023

Was the fact that these were 44mm instead of 47mm of significance to you? Certainly, 44mm wears better, but I’ve noticed comments over the years regarding certain models where people preferred a 47mm size. Not sure if this is for ‘authenticity’ or other reasons.🤔

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patrick_y
Sep 3, 2023

That's a great Panerai. Simple. Effective. Just enough!

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mdg
Sep 3, 2023

...but not a fan of the crown guard unless it is very waterproof...is it?

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hora12reborn
Sep 3, 2023

that had some water resistance not like some of today’s wimps😉

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amanico
Sep 3, 2023

So, I used to love the 44mm first, then the 47mm. No problem with that.

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