jaypang2008
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Question about my Pre-Vendome Models
I got a Pre-vendome model which is similar to 5218/201A but which the Logo on the dial is disppear. However, there is another print "San Marco" on the dial as what I show below.
I have sent this watch to Panerai Service Center and they said that the dial is original and my watch was under service. However, they do not have any idea or any background regarding this model.
Is there any experts here can give me some information regarding my watch?
Sorry, but my opinion
By: Asimut : March 12th, 2009-07:09
is that as long as nobody from pre-V Panerai remembers that watch, nor is there any proof or ducumentation to its existance - it's a dodgy watch . This watch and its Mare Nostrum brother surfaced a few years ago in a Christie's auction. Some research at t...
thanks for your opinion
By: jaypang2008 : March 12th, 2009-07:51
it's ok with your opinion because I really want to find out the story behind this watch. Like what you said this may be repaint at last stage, however, from my observation and Panerai Service center's opinion, it is not possbile to remove the Panerai "Log...
That is correct
By: Asimut : March 13th, 2009-06:21
the Slytech Blackseal Panerai was assembled AFTER the takeover, never by Panerai. It was apparently made from real parts. In my book, that would make the 5218-218 a 'non-Panerai'. You have to read what Mario Paci wrote very carefully with the information ...