Need your advice on what to choose!

[royler_g]

Hi forum

I am a newbie here on the forum, but as so many others before me, I got hooked

pretty instantly.

It wasn't long after I received my first rep, an Omega PO, that I started drooling over

other brands. And right now, Panerai seems like my next must-have

So, here is the situation: I want to buy a nice Panerai, but I am unsure of which

model to choose. I generally prefer the "clean" ones without so much stuff

(striped dial, engraved bezel etc.).

I would like a watch with as little flaws as possible out of the box,

as I don't have any experience with modding. I don't rule out modding,

but if I need to do it I would appreciate a couple of pointers.

Suggestions? What should I choose?

Cost constraint would be around $500.

Other tips appreciated! I am looking for a watch that looks close

enough to gen that it will survive at least a casual look

from someone who knows a little more than nothing about watches.

Thanks!!

/royler_g

[siesta181]

If you can stretch your budget a little, go for DSN's 028 or 027 series. I luv my 028A to bits...

[AllergyDoc]

DSN or Super Mirrors on RepGeek. He sells modded PAMs. I got this 127 for $335:

The canon pin could have been more flush, but the superlume is great.