Officine Panerai

I wanted to share my newest grail...The ever so rare 6152-1 with Radiomir dial, no crown guard and Brevet crown. According to Volker and Ralf's book as of 2009 only 2 known existed in this exact configuration and here is one of them - documented and in th...  

That is one great catch, Ken. Well done and congratulations.

Awesome watch. I'm very interested in vintage watches from Panerai, and IWC as well. I know you probably can't mention websites on here, but where does one go looking for such pieces? It's hard to find trustworthy or respectable websites with basic search... 

Thanks and a little wisdom into of vintage ....You won't find a watch like this on any website and it takes years to track down one if you can. I know one website that does have some from time to time but not in this configuration. This came out of a coll... 

it is one very important piece of history of Panerai that you have taken the responsibility to preserve and past on to the next generation :P

I can't get rid of it! Definitely, uine piece de choix, my friend. I think I preefer it in this configuration, rather than with the crowngruard. Less Panerai, maybe, but how elegant! Enjoy, Ken, this is a grail for many of us. Best, Nicolas.

It is one of my favorite in my vintage collection. Panerai designed and Rolex made- what a partnership in history!

Absolutely beautiful piece and a piece of panerai history. Congrats and nice to see this rare find go to a loving home! Cheers, Anthony

Vintage Passion!,, Cheers, Asi

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a hearty congrats to you! J

Just an amazing dial...... WIthout the crown guard, they are so comfortable to wear. Huge congratulations and a great explanation of how you come about getting vintage watches. They find you and you need to make a decision fairly quickly. Congrats on the ...  

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As it get's bigger, it tends to get cut off......  

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It is not everyday you see something like this, and probably i'll never see one with my own eyes ever. But you made a great choice. Enjoy and wear it with Panerai pride. Ciao Stephen

Did u get it from Dan.. congrats for this so rare piece... A KEEPER. Regards John

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I especially love this reference with no crown guard Definitely a grail for every paneristi or vintage rolex collectors.. Thanks for sharing Ken! Sam

This gorgeous piece has aged beautifully. Wear it in the best of health and happiness. Thanks for sharing those nice shots, Ken. Cheers, Ken

not to mention the exception condition of the piece. Truly a treasured piece. Enjoy Ken & Congrats again!

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WOW, WOW, WOW. Congratulations. I'm just speechless.

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WOW. THIS IS AN UNBELIEVABLE Piece. only 2 existed ?!!!!!! doesn't get rarer than that. wear it in the Best of Health. Tony

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love the strap as well... Thanks for sharing . wear it in good health. Faisal

Wonderful watch, inside and outside. Thanks, and enjoy. Vte

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This is a spectacular watch and I can appreciate how difficult the hunt must have been. To me it's also fascinating from the POV of how vintage watch desirability has changed, twenty years ago I know dealers how couldn't sell this oversized chunky watch. ... 

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Needless to say but I have to... A vintage Top piece, thank you for sharing. Oh, and... Congratulations ;-)

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That's a real catch! If only I can have my pam399 soon to console myself! Congrats!

and yes I totally agree with you on hunting these rare gems! Volker and Ralf have been very enthusiastic communicating with me via email. I was so amazed by their patience and willingness to help, and how they have been helping people like us out on hunti... 

this is one of those watches..which transcend into art, wonderful wonderful ... for once there are no words.... dad..... :) Best Imran

Nice piece! Just for your info, I think that there is more than 2, I would say that it is safer to say 6-8 pieces. But even if they were a few dozen this piece is just stunning! many thanks for sharing.