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syst3m32
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please help on first PAM: 001 or 201A

Hi, I have been looking for 2 years now at buying my first PAM. I almost pulled the trigger a month or 3 ago on a PAM 1 Pre A, but decided to wait until SIHH was over.
After seeing the pieces that were released, Im not convinced that I will find what I am looking for in the new releases.

Going back to my earlier contemplations: The 5218-201A has allways been kind of a lure to me, but I did not want to spend a lot of money on a PAM, especially if it will be my first one. The 201A was also part of the reason why I did not pull the trigger on the 1 PreA.

During the 2 years I have also looked at Pre A PAM 9 and PAM 4, again, I never had the nerve to pull the trigger.

To narrow things down: Which would you purchase?
I realize that 9 and 4 are different to 1 and 201A. Probability is high that I will go with a non black watch, so either the 201A or 1 PreA. What I dont get is why the 201A is that much different than the 1 PreA. I know that some are of the opinion that there is not too much of difference between the dials, and some even argue that the PreA is more value for money. Long story short: A lot of people tell me to buy which one I like. I am just looking for a little push in the back to commit to this one. Kind of: What do the experts say ? One thing that is important to me in Panerai is that I value the history of the brand, if I had sufficient funds, I would go for a vintage piece, but alas, too far out of my reach. Secondly: I would want the watch to age nicely: I dont care about scratching it, as long as it ages right... (probably too abstract but I think you know what I mean). Thirdly, as much as I like the rads, I think the luminor should be my first PAM.

Lastly, if you would let go of 1 and 201A, would you see the 127 as a possible substitute?

Thanks in advance, sys