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Good evening friends...I am contemplating a Panerai purchase...
I am between a sea dweller-40mm...42mm explorer 2 or a Panerai 233...dot dial...these are available to me and I am thinking strongly about the 233...I would appreciate any opinions, especially from any 233 owners about comfort, and enjoyment of the piece...past or present...thank you!
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Good evening friends...I am contemplating a Panerai purchase...
I am between a sea dweller-40mm...42mm explorer 2 or a Panerai 233...dot dial...these are available to me and I am thinking strongly about the 233...I would appreciate any opinions, especially from any 233 owners about comfort, and enjoyment of the piece....
Do you want a GMT or a diver?
If GMT, I'd go for the Explorer 2. Otherwise, the Sea Dweller. If you want a Panerai, look for a different model without the silly power reserve indicator.
I don’t think it’s fair TBH
He asked between a few Rolexes and one specific Panerai. I’m 100% unsurprised by this that many chime in saying the 233 is not the best Panerai to consider, is not a “real Panerai”, etc. etc. He didn’t ask “which Panerai should I get?” he asked if he shou...
That’s the one.
42mm Rad case and Jumping seconds complication with a little cyclops to highlight the components for the jumping mechanism. Odd ball to the max and in my book one of the coolest non-“Real Panerai” ever made.
Wow. I must be one of the few who actually like the PAM 233...
I always liked the 233. It's got nice flat beveled and nicely polished anglage on the movement plates. Sandwich dial. 1950s case. 1950s curved sapphire glass. It's a good l looking watch. Personally, I don't think 8 days of power reserve is necessary. And...
What attracts you to the 233
Panerai is best enjoyed in its simplest, boldest form, like single malt or a good steak, PR and date on the dial is considered a distraction by many if you have multiple watches.
372 is THE one, but for the "untrained" wrist
Or a novice Panerai aficionado, a 44mm Luminor case is the way to go IMO. Otherwise, it's like asking a new driver to drive all the way to Stelvio Pass, in a Lancia delta integrale, but that is enough reason for us to enjoy the photo.... ...
Panerai is a fun watch.
In my perception, every watch collector should have a Panerai, its fun, its shape/design and wide thick straps makes it comfortable on the wrist. Having said that, I'd always go with the "simple" 44 models, manual wind as the large crown and min of 2 days...
PAM 233 dot dial 😍😍😍.
If that model is available to you in good condition and at a good price, don’t let the opportunity go. That is an epic watch in all proportions, especially if it’s an early series. Just my $0.02 ...
Biased Rolex fan here
I'd narrow it down to the two rolexes. To me they're just more wearable, better looking, more versatile and nothing in the world beats the feeling of a modern Rolex on the wrist, with the amazing bracelet quality and the sleekness. But I'm not a fan of Pa...
Any reason why the 233? Is it for the..
8 days and gmt function? To be fair, I’ve read reviews where they say the 233 is a great travel watch. With your wrist, I think you’ll enjoy a 47mm panerai over those 2 Rolex options. While I would recommend a 372, I’m thinking you have reasons for pickin...
You already have Omegas…
Personally I would stay away from Richemont. I’m sorry but they have quality control issues and Rolex most definitely does not. If you buy an SD you will be protecting your investment plus IIMO the SD is a MUCH cooler piece. You might also consider the YM...
I have owned many a Panerai...
and still own a few. I had a 233 also. Reason to buy it: the first 8days power reserve made by Panerai. I was not a Panerai maniac at the time and I was convinced by a friend that the 233 was a MUST to have for any collector. So, I bought one. That being ...
You guys are all being very hard on the 233!
Yeah you can hark back to the "good old" Panerai days, the 372 is the modern DNA yadda yadda yadda, but, the 233 dot dial in a modern Panerai classic. If you don't like the fang that's fine its not for you, however, it is a feature of this piece. The comb...