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In the same path as you are

 

Hi there Bullion,

1st of all, a warm welcome here, and like you said, you should post more often and join in the fun!

Just like you, i am in the midst of getting my 1st Luminor this year, i have been having way to many Radiomirs, and unless you want to count the Egiziano as a "Luminor" due to the presence of the crown guard based on the modern lineup's definition, i do not have one.

The 4 choices that you have given here are all the classics, and since you also chose to include the upcoming 372, which is my upcoming Luminor, that 's a modern contender ( i know all 4 are part of then "modern" collection, but in comparison with the other 3)

The 203 is actually the best choice here if only 1. I can still find it, and 2. at a more "reasonable" price. I'v only seen it once in the wild, and it was a very good masterpiece. Would pull on this if possible.

The 127/ 217 pair, well i joined in the family a little too late, so those are over for me now.

Then of course comes in the 372, which is just right, and even though i missed out on the 127/ 217, i feel that now is the right time, and i am able to get one so without a doubt this is my choice!

Whatever decision that you make i'm sure you won't regret it and if it comes to that, why not just get all 4?! I would if i could!

Cheers and be seeing you more here!

Stephen

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First Luminor?

 
By: bulliondesk : May 15th, 2011-07:50
Been a member for a while, but rarely ever post. More of a browser, soaking up all the incredible knowledge everyone provides here. Thinking I should start to do so much more now. So here I go.. It's time for my first Luminor. Love my 292, but I'm itching...  

A perfect choice

 
By: grigo : May 15th, 2011-08:49
Congratulations on this first acquisition of a Luminor. All the candidates were worth while. I really like the choice although I would settle for any of the ones you mentioned. Thanks for sharing anf I look forward to seeing more of your posts. Best regar... 

372, for its aesthetics, and for its price.

 
By: amanico : May 15th, 2011-09:08
Think a bit about it... For the price of a Brand New 372, you will just get the corwnguard of the 203/A, and the case + crownguard + domed sapphire of the 127 / 217. You expressed the reasons of your interest on the 372 very well, you just have to be pati... 

Nicolas..

 
By: bulliondesk : May 15th, 2011-09:13
I expressed the reasoning of a Panerai collector friend who was trying to help sway me in one direction.. I am not partial to any, but prefer the looks of the 127.

So, in this case, no question. Go for it!

 
By: amanico : May 15th, 2011-09:15
I find the 127 less close to the original, and the 1950 writing just above 6 disturbs me a bit, even more since the 372 was revealed. But I am not you, and what counts is that you have your own preference. Best, Nicolas.

Exactly what I was conveying with regards to my difficult decision..

 
By: bulliondesk : May 15th, 2011-09:21
Right, like you said, it was told to me, the 127 as the lesser of the original..and that the 372 was much more closer to the original. However, I would like to at least see and try on the 372 if I am considering it as a contender, but, then I could go on ... 

I second that..372, looks, closeness to 6152/1 and £££££ but...

 
By: ImranLondon : May 15th, 2011-12:46
if you like the look of 127...buy it Imran This message has been edited by imran in london on 2011-05-15 12:47:53

In the same path as you are

 
By: BluNotte : May 15th, 2011-17:51
Hi there Bullion, 1st of all, a warm welcome here, and like you said, you should post more often and join in the fun! Just like you, i am in the midst of getting my 1st Luminor this year, i have been having way to many Radiomirs, and unless you want to co... 

Thanks Stephen

 
By: bulliondesk : May 16th, 2011-08:10
After much consideration I think I will start with the 127 and then progressively move to the 203, 6152/1 etc. Now it's time to search for that perfect 127 and strap combo!

I would go for both 127 and 372 that is if

 
By: PoyFR : May 15th, 2011-17:58
you do not want to go straight to the point... 3646, 6152, PAM 21 I know you said to have decided against PAM 203, but you already have it in your mind... Otherwise both PAM 127 and 372 cannot be a disappointment.

all the afforementioned Pieces are Superb

 
By: Tony A.H : May 16th, 2011-04:19
firstly, i'm no Expert. but the 372 is a GREAT Start. it's actually the Watch that almost All Collectors WANT.!! then you can Start thinking about adding a Marina Militare (217) which is a Great companion with the Base. best of luck Tony

i also wanted to add

 
By: Tony A.H : May 16th, 2011-15:16
that the 372 and 217 is a Better Pair than the 372 and 127. why? cause the Later Pair Look pretty much alike .!!

get the 127 while you wait for 372!

 
By: swjoseph : May 16th, 2011-07:59
A lot of people here have had a history with 127 or 217, like myself so i can easily say something like, "372 no doubt" However, your situation is different. Reading or seeing a 127/217 from a forum or on someone's wrist is very different from owning one.... 

Thanks for your response

 
By: bulliondesk : May 16th, 2011-08:17
The 203 is what catches my eye the most. However, as my first Luminor, how much more can I look forward to over the years as I move up the Luminor ladder...a 6152/1 and that's pretty much it? With that said, I think the 127 will be the perfect fit in term...