It really is what your preference is...

For myself I would love both, but economics (like most) had me choose a 292K.

It's not as special as a 26 or a 292J, in terms of collectability.

It doesn't have that wow factor of a Luminor with the most noticable corwn guard that we all love.

BUT it is more comfortable than a luminor, and it has that GREAT ceramic case!

I have a steel luminor that shows the wear and dings of everyday wear, and got over it, but still a ding is a ding, and a scratch is a scratch.

I wore the 292K ceramic to the park 2 days ago with my kids, and had to put them in swings. Well needless to say I had the metal chains rubbing on the side of my watch trying to get my 1 year old into the swing. When I looked, CRAP, scratches and metal colouring on my watch....say la vie, another wathc that I just have to get over. I rubbed the watch and the metal colouring came out but the scratches look like they wear still there.

Went home, took a damp cloth, and VOILA! Just like new!!!

For me, for a daily wearer, its great!

Now I just need the extra cash so I can buy/wear a 26 occasionally

Good luck...you won't reget either decision

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Pam26 vs Pam292k

By: alarmman : April 2nd, 2010-04:09

Hi there, can any one advise me which watch is better, between Pam26 and Pam292?

2 nice collectable watches:

By: patrickh : April 2nd, 2010-04:22

1 Luminor case: Pam 26 1 Radiomir case: Pam 292 Try on your wrist and follow your feelings. Finally, you will buy both LOL. Panerai madness opens your minds Welcome here patrickh

hi patrickh. If 26 is abt usd2000 more expensive than 292?

By: alarmman : April 2nd, 2010-04:37

The REAL choice is which one is YOURS

By: patrickh : April 2nd, 2010-04:42

Every year, new models are collectable. In 2010, many dream of 339... Try, think about and finally find yours. It is a personal choice. You wear the watch which fits you and not a watch according to what people could think about at the time being. If so, ...

thx for your advise, patrickh

By: alarmman : April 2nd, 2010-04:52

They're both great watches

By: AnthonyTsai : April 2nd, 2010-08:53

You really can't say which one is better because it's like saying which fruit is better? An apple or an orange? Both have qualities that make each of them unique. Cheers, Anthony

Yes, I know. They are both real good.

By: alarmman : April 2nd, 2010-09:28

Thx, Anthony. I like the look of 292 but 26 seems to me more collectible, being a limited edition. What say u?

Since they are.....

By: sirjo : April 2nd, 2010-09:48

2 vastly different watches, buy one first and than the other....

26 for your 292

By: swjoseph : April 4th, 2010-11:15

I'd an eye for 292K for a while but was lured to 26K because of a better deal ($ wise) and LE thingie! I regret it now and would like to sell my 26K for a 292K! I'm not recommending 292 but all I'm talking about is that you should follow your heart and in...

Why not Pam26?

By: alarmman : April 4th, 2010-16:55

Thx for ur advice, SWJOSEPH. But what made u regret of getting a 26? What attracts u for a 292?

solid black vs coating

By: swjoseph : April 5th, 2010-04:30

I love the Destro Luminor case, but prefer 292 purely base on it's darker color, matt texture and the material! A true solid black case vs a thin dark grey coating...what kills me is the minor nick on the bezel that reveal a tiny dot of silver under the s...

ya. I understand what u mean. I share u view. Tq

By: alarmman : April 5th, 2010-07:06

watches do speak

By: gulfstream13 : April 4th, 2010-20:02

You like the look of 292 but think 26 is more collectible, being an SE I think you have your own question pretty much answered. Like someone said to me before, find a watch that speaks to you, and collectible will it be I too had a thought about pam26 or ...

Ryan, you read my mind. Cheers.

By: alarmman : April 4th, 2010-21:23

I think it is the typical case of always wanting the one you did not get!

By: luc00 : April 6th, 2010-12:43

I wanted the 26K, my dealer got it wrong, got me the 292 and I fell in love with it, then got the 26K. I did not really help you with that, did I? Cheers, Luc

Yes, u did.

By: alarmman : April 7th, 2010-02:41

U exactly telling what i am going to do. I am going to get one first and plan for buying the other one later. Cheers.

I have 26k already, incredible in every way, few little scratches but adds character.

By: MatNic : April 20th, 2010-14:36

292 awesome also, but as durable as 26k? As solid? I don't think so, even if the 26k may scratch through, ceramic scratches very easily! Never the less, IMO, you're on the right track with either of these 2!! Some of Panerai's very best!

It really is what your preference is...

By: mark4 : April 6th, 2010-15:04

For myself I would love both, but economics (like most) had me choose a 292K. It's not as special as a 26 or a 292J, in terms of collectability. It doesn't have that wow factor of a Luminor with the most noticable corwn guard that we all love. BUT it is m...

Thx for ur advice.

By: alarmman : April 7th, 2010-02:49

I suppose we all think alike. Money wise, it only allow me to get one now. So, i might go for 26 first. As 292k is still in production which means i can get it later when budget allows. Or, anyone of u out there may suggest a better collectable item than ...

i need help deciding which one to go...

By: swjoseph : April 7th, 2010-21:33

...

Take 2 wristshots and look at them + your feelings

By: patrickh : April 7th, 2010-23:16

Share with us for any help if necessary. 2 nice watches, difficult choice if only 1 have to win (today) LOL cheers, patrickh

Follow ur heart...

By: alarmman : April 8th, 2010-05:11

Hi there, I was in ur situation before i finally decided to get the 26. Partly due to my dealer offer me a very good price and also due to the fact that 26 is a SE while 292 is still in production... However, i like both watches and i will get my 292 in f...

i went with a 292K...

By: TheWatcher : April 8th, 2010-03:43

...because I already have a Luminor and wanted to try a Radiomir model...I also like the fact the 292 is made of ceramic (something different) and I like the matte black finish of the ceramic better than the DLC-PVD 26 finish...If I had the funds, I would...

292L + Aged Cocoa strap

By: swjoseph : April 12th, 2010-07:46

I shared your view and let go my 26K due to its solid and matt black ceramic case! One really have to hold both in hand to know one's preferences. In many photos, PVD appears just like ceramic but in metal, their texture, shine, darkness and surface hardn...