My first Panerai-- finally

I've been researching and saving for about 18 months and finally decided to pull the trigger on Friday morning. My first Panerai arrived yesterday- a 210J series, BNIB as far as I'm concerned (can't tell it was ever worn) with boxes and papers. I appreciate everyone's input as I posted multiple threads asking for input between the 183 and the 210, and also while I considered a 104 or 111. I ended up with a Radiomir because it seems to fit a little "flatter" on my wrist. Since I have pretty skinny wrists, this fit just looks a little better on me. The 210 was the winner because I prefer the "clean" look of the watch, though I still love the 183. I searched for a while for a "J" series, and my next Panerai will be a "M" series (my first initial and last initial are "JM").

My goal had been to buy a Panerai by my 30th bday (this upcoming July), and really wanted to have one for my wedding in June of this year. I'm looking forward to officially being part of the Paneristi community and hope I can go to a GTG (Atlanta or possibly Tampa soon). Now comes the time to play with straps- already have 4 on order! My fiance took pictures from the second I brought the FedEx box into the door. Below are a few sample shots, will post more in a few weeks once I get my new straps. Cheers!

Jason M

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