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You see the problem here is you are assuming you will own only one Panerai. Sorry to say that is not going to happen, trust me

The introduction of a skeleton 1950 is a definite, its only a matter of when.

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Certified watch nut.

I am not Roff but I can try help you with your Pamaphobia .

Who would have thunk it!

The first PAM I ever tried on was a 213 Rattrapante, and in the showcase, it looked ok, but on the wrist, I fell in love..., but since it was waaaay out of my price range, I ended up later on picking up a base 000. Love the sausage dail.

If money was no object and someone told me I could have only one PAM, but any one, it would be the 317. So out of the three, I would personally go for the 317...I think Driver8 said everything I would have said.

Looking forward to seeing what you end up choosing...

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Christopher

Currently...
Blackbird, Black Hercules, PAM 000
Down to a humble three...

I know zero, zip, zilch about Panerai's. All those numbers get overwhelming! You mention PAM, and next thing you know you feel like your on a forum with Rain Man spouting out digits.

Now, I don't know the difference 317, a 339, a 311, or any other 3 digit combination. But, something struck me as I read through this thread - every PAM lover basically said "good luck" in finding a 339. Which is the exact reason why you (of all people) should own this piece that is so coveted by, and yet so elusive to, the paneristi.

You have said before that you only want to add special pieces to your collection. Special can be defined in a variety of ways. How special would it be for vocal PAM-hater to have one of the more coveted pieces by paneristi?

It's a deviant thought , but I think it makes the acquisition even more satisfying.

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Breitling Navitimer World
IWC Portuguese Automatic
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Quick panerai 101 for you: Every Panerai model is limited. Thats why there is so much demand. Just about every model is produced at no more than a couple of thousand units per year at most, so finding the one that you want with specific features can sometimes prove difficult. Throw in a new, highly unique model that is produced in extremely limited quantity, and you have something that usually ends up sold out before its even released. I personally dont like anything about the 339, but ill admit, its rareness and desirability by collectors does intrigue me.

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-RJ