Time Is On My Side: Passionné D’exception . . . (A Selection of Watches)

**razorphish** · 08-21-2008, 04:07 PM

Originally Posted by Posh

That's the point, babe.

Now, if only someone could get ME to change my mind on those damn Panerais, we'll have a REAL convert on our hands. Because I, and watch collector's at large, still don't get it. I'm trying though. I'm really trying.

I do know this though, my dad actually was at a dealer having the clasp fixed on his genuine Yachtmaster and looked at the Panerais while he was waiting and liked them..

He said, " Posh, I like these. You can see the numbers really well because it's so big! (he's 60)" But he didn't really seriously consider one because he thought they were overpriced and, since he's a judge, he'd look silly wearing one.

Posh,

I would drop by a Panerai AD. I actually posted an "I get it now" thread after I did so. I tried on a genuine 112, a Ferrari and a 289. The moment I tried it on, I got it. I love the contrast of the watch. It's a rugged yet elegant simplicity. Do I believe that they are a variation on a theme, yes I do. But I also believe that their story (Italian Royal Navy) dictates the design. Again, as you pointed out with the DeWitt, history explains the present.

I think a lot of forum members have felt that way. Once they try it on, they like it. Whether it's a PAM or a Patek. I do believe this is an underlying point of your post, as well. Let's give something else a try. Right? So, go try on a Panerai and let us know what you think.

Maybe I'll take my own advise and try a Hublot. I just don't get Hublot.

R

**Posh** · 08-21-2008, 04:32 PM

Originally Posted by razorphish

Posh,

I would drop by a Panerai AD. I actually posted an "I get it now" thread after I did so. I tried on a genuine 112, a Ferrari and a 289. The moment I tried it on, I got it. I love the contrast of the watch. It's a rugged yet elegant simplicity. Do I believe that they are a variation on a theme, yes I do. But I also believe that their story (Italian Royal Navy) dictates the design. Again, as you pointed out with the DeWitt, history explains the present.

I think a lot of forum members have felt that way. Once they try it on, they like it. Whether it's a PAM or a Patek. I do believe this is an underlying point of your post, as well. Let's give something else a try. Right? So, go try on a Panerai and let us know what you think.

Maybe I'll take my own advise and try a Hublot. I just don't get Hublot.

R

You know how I feel about Hublot. I love them. I could NEVER wear one as they are too overtly masculine for my taste but I enjoy genuine ones on others.

As for Panerai, I have had one on and found it to be simultaneously overwhelming and underwhelming all at once. Before I ever came to this forum, I tried one on at a jewelry store in Virgina because it looked a little different and was HUGE. Well, its size coupled with the fact that it didn't really move me with anything other THAN its size sealed its fate with me.

I have a thing for fine detailing. The stitching on my favorite pair of shoes; the subtle curve and enameling on my favorite sunglasses; the cashmere interior of my favorite winter coat; the Nova check lining of my favorite Burberry skirt; all these things are luxurious and have details that justify their cost. When you spend money, you should feel like you got your money's worth. Some things feel like that and feeling is amazing, psychologically and physically. A pair of polyester blend slacks from Target doesn't feel the same as pair of silk/cashmere slacks from Michael Kors and that's strange seeing as how if you catch a sale, some designer items become as inexpensive as stuff at Target! But I just love detail, those little things that separates a Buick from Bentley.

Some things are worth the money. A $#00 Panerai replica sounds just fine to me. To spend $5,000? Absurd.

**0002S** · 08-25-2008, 01:34 AM

Good read and I agree with most of your choices and have a few.

**SFA437** · 08-25-2008, 04:04 PM

WOW!

An award winner for sure! Thank you SO much for this review(s).

A couple of the ones you listed I was looking at but never got around to checking out accuracy etc.

You never fail to amaze!

All hail Queen Posh I !!!!!!!!!!