Refer to this:

http://www.luxury4play.com/watches/70146-official-i-have-xxx-what-should-i-get-thread.html

 

I've seen that thread and its great. Was hoping to get some Panerai only suggestions.

 

372. Selling grey market price: $7800

 

used 233

 

+1. Though it might be hard to find one for 8K.

 

Guys read the original post, his friend only wants to look at AUTOMATIC Panerai!

Will it be his only watch? I would suggest the 359 or 351.

 

Panerai 212

 

Best suggestion in this thread! :bow1:

 

Auto only? 312 would be my choice personally.

 

I'm always surprised how many like the 312. IMO it's top 10 ugly. 212 213 you have increased complication in a classic model that has stood the test of time. The 312 will never be a classic piece or anything special. It's caught in between. Doesn't know what it is. Not worth that kinda lettuce IMO.

 

that's kinda the point: it's the intersection of many things. if he had the budget to purchase distinction, he would go for 382, 127, 368, etc. $8k is entry level, and i'm guessing, will be a daily wear. the 104/111/312 offers the most versatility without being pigeonholed to one specific type (chrono, submersible, etc)

 

It's not his only watch. He has a Breitling SA white dial, Monte Blanc Timewalker Chrono white dial, a Tag F1 and a G-Shock. Come to think of it he likes white dials. I think it's because he's brown skinned so he may like the contrast, not 100% sure though.

The 233 is a nice suggestion and would be my pick too if I was in his shoes. 1950 case, 8 day PR, PR indicator, GMT, manual wind and a date function too, what's not to like?

Anyone know of a white dial auto?

 

^49, 51, 179

 

Just FYI to the OP, the 49 and 51 are both 40mm vs 44 that most other Panerais are.

The 113 is a white dial, but you said the buyer didn't want a manual wind (idk why, it's just as easy to deal with as an auto.)

 

What about the 251?

 

Complicated and Panerai just doesn't work for me. At that price point, he can surely find something more to his taste.

 

+1 But if i had to choose id say 351

 

Glashutte?