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    • TripleterrorT
      Tripleterror
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      When I tried both the PO & the SOH on I just could't decide.
      That's why my 8 year old made the decision.
      TT

      just wear - don´t compare - what matters is that one loves what one is wearing…

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      • TripleterrorT
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        Have you seen the PAM312?
        I think that with the exception of some of the Special Editions, inparticular the 1950, the 312 is just about perfect, 1950 case, sandwich dial, automatic & non-magnified date.
        Bloody gergeous !!!
        TT

        just wear - don´t compare - what matters is that one loves what one is wearing…

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        • Dexter_D
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          Did someone say Panerai?????…

          Another sick sick obsession...

          Photo taken at a local paneristi addicts gathering last year:

          I got to own a few over the years..

          183

          112

          111E w/aftermarket PVD

          57C
          [picture link broken]

          Now down to only one. My current grail.. 2A.

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          • GilesG
            Giles
            IHUK Crew
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            Mmmmmmmmmmm, might have to get one of these, I may actually be able to tell the time without fumbling for my glasses…..............G

            "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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            • SimonS
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              I seriously lust after one of those Panerai watches  😘 Elegant rugged simplicity. This is what James Bond would chose if he wasn't for the big fat Omega contract he's chained too.

              Give me the luxuries of life and I will willingly do without the necessities - Frank Lloyd Wright

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              • Dexter_D
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                Forget Bond.. Listen to Rambo.  😉

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                • hecticH
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                  Whatever you do, don't go here: http://www.tz-uk.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=3

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                  • ChrisC
                    Chris
                    Raw and Unwashed
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                    Wow Dexter, you have been through a few, haven't you?  Gotta agree with your final choice, too.  The ultimate in simplicity- not even a second hand.

                    Triple- you're right, the 312 is fantastic.  As much as I love simplicity in a watch, I do like to have a date window.  And don't get me started on those godawful bubble magnifiers.  Ugh, I hate those things.

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                    • TripleterrorT
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                      Hectic, I wish you hadn't put that link on the thread !
                      The only watch that I think looks kinda right with a date magnifier is a Rolex Submariner.
                      Gotta agree with Simon, 007 should wear a Panerai !
                      I can't watch the scene on the train in Casino Royale when Vesper mentions the watch, talk about product placement & fuckin' embarrassing !!!
                      TT

                      just wear - don´t compare - what matters is that one loves what one is wearing…

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                      • TripleterrorT
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                        The Omega PO has landed, pictures to follow.
                        TT

                        just wear - don´t compare - what matters is that one loves what one is wearing…

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                        • hecticH
                          hectic
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                          w00t, don't forget a wrist shot, that PO is a big boy.

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                          • ChrisC
                            Chris
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                            Just on a side note, wasn't Stallone wearing U-Boat watches for a while?

                            Looking forward to the pics, Triple.

                            -Chris

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                            • TripleterrorT
                              Tripleterror
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                              The Collection
                              Panerai PAM111
                              [picture link broken]
                              Omega Constellation Automatic circa 1971, bought by my Grandfather for my Father in New Zealand and passed onto me.
                              [picture link broken]
                              I am very lucky !!!
                              Sorry for iPhone pictures but my camera is knackered after it went for a dunk in the River Severn when my wife capsized her canoe.
                              TT

                              just wear - don´t compare - what matters is that one loves what one is wearing…

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                              • SeulS
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                                That old Omega is just balls-out ballin… Loving that Panerai as well  😘

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                                • SimonS
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                                  Nice collection TT, that Panerai is the jewel thou.

                                  Give me the luxuries of life and I will willingly do without the necessities - Frank Lloyd Wright

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                                  • TripleterrorT
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                                    Yup, the Panerai is my fave !
                                    Cheers
                                    TT

                                    just wear - don´t compare - what matters is that one loves what one is wearing…

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                                    • Dexter_D
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                                      @Giles:

                                      Mmmmmmmmmmm, might have to get one of these, I may actually be able to tell the time without fumbling for my glasses…..............G

                                      Do it G. Once you go Panerai any other watch will pale in comparison. Just like IH for denim!

                                      @hectic:

                                      Whatever you do, don't go here: http://www.tz-uk.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=3

                                      Or here:
                                      http://www.network54.com/Forum/611718/
                                      http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=threadt&frm_id=71

                                      @HoustonChris:

                                      Wow Dexter, you have been through a few, haven't you?  Gotta agree with your final choice, too.  The ultimate in simplicity- not even a second hand.

                                      Seems like it may not be final after all. It never is…

                                      @Tripleterror:

                                      Yup, the Panerai is my fave !
                                      Cheers
                                      TT

                                      Nice choice on the 111!

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                                      • TripleterrorT
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                                        The only other watch I really lust after, IWC Big Pilots Watch.
                                        At £8500.00 it's gonna have to wait a while.
                                        TT
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                                        just wear - don´t compare - what matters is that one loves what one is wearing…

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                                        • ChrisC
                                          Chris
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                                          I swear, Triple, it's like you're in my head.  I, too lust after the Big Pilot.  I was in Las Vegas a while back and wandered into Bellusso in the Palazzo.  It was deserted, so I ended up talking watches with the lone sales guy.  After about 15 minutes, he started handing over various lovely things for me to try on; Vacheron Constantins, Breguets, Glashutte Originals, even a tourbillon from FP Journe that cost damn near as much as my house.

                                          As wonderful as they all were, the only one that I really wanted was the IWC.

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                                          • Dexter_D
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                                            The BP is a good watch. The new dial is cleaner but I also like the previous generation, 5002.

                                            The only thing that bothers me about the BP is the way the crown guard can dig into your wrist and the leather strap/clasp is setup backwards. The tail goes on the underside of your wrist, opposite direction compared to PAMs.

                                            Just some pet peeves. I'd still be happy if I owned one but I'll probably spend the $ on a Panny instead.  😉 😉

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