I finally bought a Panerai 233 which I was always on the look out for. I prefer it to the Panerai 1033 GMT which I had before for several reasons. This is very refreshing compared to a Rolex. I discuss why I bought it and why I like it.
When Rolex started messing customers around I turned my back on the brand and opted for Panerai. The Rolex hardly gets any wrist time. The Panerai is now my go to watch. You've made a great choice.
I have a 233, my only Panerai, and I love it. Forms part of my 5 watch rotation and ita usually my go to watch when on holiday. Congrats on the purchase
GREAT!!! FANTASTIC!!! PAM 233. Panerai threw a lot of what Panaristi want in a PAM. Low profile, 44mm size, dome sapphire, 8 day power reserve, sandwich dial, GMT, quick strap function. I’m looking for one at a good price full kit myself. Most Panerai can be found at a bargain. As much as I like new case materials modern PAM’s are overpriced. Never buy new, and wait for a good price. Congrats cheers 🍻
Watch looks great on you, enjoy. I have a nice and simple PAM112 and never tire of looking at it. Unlike Subs, DJ's and GMT's, there are very few Panerai' s about in the wild. very refreshing to be different 😉
I gotta say looking at that pan eye on your wrist. It really suits you. I honestly think it looks better on your wrist then some of your other watches that I seen in your videos that pan really suits you and your look.
Great to see you having an amazing piece on your wrist! Panerai 233 is like no other Panerai and I doubt there will be another Panerai like the 233 (this one has a soul IMO). It needs to be seen and worn to appreciate what is has to offer. It also is a lot more slimmer so doesn't have that huge look which all other Panerais have so fits a smaller wrist really well too (like mine). Enjoy it in good health. And if you find that mantle piece please do share so that I can pick one up for myself hahaha
Panerai has been my favorites in my collection ever since I walked into the boutique in Portofino and could buy exactly what I wanted directly from them.
HaHa! I made it all the way to the end! Unless you're fabulously wealthy, having a very large luxury watch collection can sometimes not make any sense. It can kind of be stressful having that much money tied up in watches even if they are very liquid. It's a lot less stressful and can still be a lot of fun to collect more affordable budget friendly watches. As long as you don't let your ego get in the way.
Excellent pickup 👌. Panerai deserves more appreciation in the watch world. It’s unreal how rude and pretentious brands like Rolex and AP have gotten. Happy to see people taking their business elsewhere.
You’re kinda making me want a Panerai. They’ve got a great history, the watches are so distinctive and unique, and no other brand produces watches like them.
I definitely feel you with being trapped with Rolex. When I drift and look at other watches I think about the money lost if I were to sell and makes me drift right back. Right now I'm trying to convince myself the Exp 1 would be a good brother to the BLNR but is it because I don't want to look at anything else but Rolex? It's a hard thing to get yourself away from.
Buy other brands at the right price - well worth looking. Minimal loss is still ok. I’ve always been happy with 76-80% value retention in the watch world.
Good to see you back with a watch, and the 233 is a nice piece. Been eying for years, nearly got one but then bought a Submserible instead which looks plain and is now for sale. You should try the Doxa 300t in BLACK - you'd love it, its 1200m water resistant and only 1800$. Are you back in the UK now?
Congratulations Micheal. Would you elaborate on the price if you don’t mind? Thank you & enjoy it in great health ! What a dash of greatness picking it up with your daughter!
Michael, i forgot to ask. If you were going to buy 1 Rolex, then What do you think of the new grey & black GMT? It’s got some things I like as I mature in life. 40mm, more interesting than a 41m submariner. Looks good on jubilee or oyster and its dimensions are more old school. It’s boring to some BUT it’s different and suits my taste as well as being an original new colour scheme that you can call your own. It’s the perfect one and done from the Rolex collection..
Michael, awesome choice. I’m going PAM01312 as I need a PAN in my collection. Tried one on the other week but I’m split between the PAN or the new white dial Speedmaster, both similar price but can’t afford both (yet). I will have both one day, but which first???????
I have a soft spot for PAM, I’d love a PAM111 but the super clones scare me to much if I am honest. That domed crystal is amazing. Do you see many PAMs in the wild in Dubai? I wouldn’t have thought so.
Buy froma trusted seller with box and paper or buy from a japanese dealer in japan.. Japanese dealrs will never sell you a fake and they know their panerais over there..
Long time subscriber first time asking a question: I'm planning to buy my first lux watch during my upcoming trip to Japan. I'm a big fan of Panerai, and my wife already owns one. However, I'm also considering a used Piaget Polo G0A47014. I would love to hear your thoughts and if you were in my shoes with a budget of GBP8k what would you go for? Thank you
Thanks mate. We all like different stuff, it’s you who has to look at it and wear it, and check the time. I like Panerai’s a lot, and the Polos are very good looking too. For 8k though, I’d probably be tempted for a Submariner or GP Laureato lol.
Michael, what a feeling. To actually let go of that artificial grip that Rolex had on us for over a decade. To wear a watch that you actually appreciate for what it is rather than the residual price or the hollow challenge that’s attached to buying a Rolex. No more bs to AD;s just to be considered for something that is vastly over priced AND over hyped!! I sold my Rolex’s too, the feeling of being a follower, the feeling of worrying when you you wear it in the UK, the feeling of knowing that Deep down inside you feel such a bitch (sorry for the language) for allowing yourself to be sucked in to something so false and something so meaningless is such as relief to let go of… if the truth be known, the Rolex spirit died the moment they went to ceramic bezels and super cases. BUT, you are free to buy what ever you want now AND! I have to admit, my Apple Watch is a different experience and a better experience than I expected. There’s a freedom that you cant explain when you sell your Rolex’s. Substance over ego, strength over insecurity, experience over naivety. Whatever it is, something inside knows it feels right 😊 keep buying the watches that move you…
Well said great stuff. Very true and this is how I felt a lot with That brand. I think eventually I would have one watch from R and that’s it. Life is too short to be jumping for all the rolex watches. The term Rolex is for the masses is starting to ring true.
Panerai has far more personality than Rolex IMO. I find many Rolex offerings to be very effeminate … blingy jewelry pieces. Panerai, by contrast, is unequivocally a man’s watch.
