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  1. 03-04-2011, 06:53 PM #1
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    Default Hello, NewB here - Looking at PAM 312 vs. PAM 297, which to choose?

    Hi all -

    Great forum - just found it in perfect timing as I am looking at the next purchase of my first PAM.

    My black face Rolex Sub has been my staple for the last 12 years and I am looking for a new quality time piece. As I am going back and forth between the PAM 312 and the 297, I would appreciate any opinions on which you would choose and why.

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    297 is too busy for my taste. Love the 312, though. Welcome aboard.
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    297 is way too busy for me also. 312 is very clean.
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    A very well respected member has a good price on a 312 if interested. His username is DINOONE.
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    Welcome and don't PM Blair for your free T-shirt as he's having a bad hair day.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Salduchi View Post
    Welcome and to you and other new members please don't forget to PM Blair for your free T-shirt and L4P Watch Member Packet.
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    blairtolar, I saw that post and I am very tempted, but I want to make my deicsion on the model first.

    Keep the opinions coming please. Thanks again
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    Thanks Blair! I love the 312 as other have stated the 297 is very busy dial. You can always changed the strap to a bracelet on the 312, plus I have one for sale so I'm bias......



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    312 captures the essence of Panerai much better than the 297...IMHO. Panerai watches are based on a very simple design. The 297, to me, doesn't convey that. Again...just my 2 pennies.
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    312 without a doubt, for me at least. Then again a watch is a very personal thing, imho you should choose without asking anyone.

    I like the 312 because is clean, and as said above, it captures the essence of Panerai.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Salduchi View Post
    Welcome and to you and other new members please don't forget to PM Blair for your free T-shirt and L4P Watch Member Packet.
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