Yeah, I don't know either. When I joined the forum (around 2004 the first time) I had no idea what Panerais were, and I didn't particularly like them. I did come around, though, and I don't know exactly why. I bought a Regatta first (this was actually my first rep) and then a Davidsen 202-a, I love that one, and then another Pam Base. I don't know if I'd buy another one or not. I do like them all.