sergio[Panerai Moderator]
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The features that a Panerista....
Jun 03, 2020,04:19 AM
dislikes intensely: date's window, Automatic and 8 days written on the dial, power reserve ON the dial and some of US the Black Seal scribble. The sapphire glass is NOT a disqualifying feature. You should read a little Panerai history (there are several books available) to have a better idea. All the original. commerical models produced by Officine Panerai FIRENZE in 1993 (the 5218 series) had sapphire glass. The PAM127 (Fiddy) although produced after the sale to the Vendome group, fits that period perfectly. The use of plexiglass for some non-limited edition models (the 372 being one of them) was re-introduced to make the models appealing for some die-hard, Panerai aficionados IMO. Most of the "paying public" (I call them tourists) though, considers the..plexi..a gigantic pain in the neck since it scratches easily and needs constant maintainance and favours the sapphire glass.
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Is Sapphire Glass Desirable Too!
By: Pun : June 2nd, 2020-23:26
I've so far understood that plexiglas is a darling amongst collectors. I've also read that PAM127 Fiddy is a sought after model among Panerai lovers. My queries are; 1. That 127 had a sapphire crystal instead of plexiglas, then how it's so desirable? 2. I...
I think one should go by elders!
By: Pun : June 2nd, 2020-23:44
I'll wait for the opportunity to get one in plexi. Just a second thought; is there much perceptible difference between two? Regards
Break
By: Jurry : June 3rd, 2020-03:07
Does t the plexy break down very easily or much easier than sapphire? Personally I would prefer the least vulnerable.
Don't forget the patina too :)
By: Arronax : June 3rd, 2020-03:04
The below picture (not mine) is the best I've ever seen, I believe it's Di Stefano's own 372 and well documented example after many years of a good life well lived : Applying Rolex patina logic this 372 is now worth ten times the price (not, he eventually...
127
By: Juliusotto : June 3rd, 2020-03:08
For me the shape of the sapphire on 127 is one of a kind,that tipe of domed gives a plexy vibe and reflection,I wonder why Panerai doesnât use that sapphire on other models .Ohh and I almost forgot the brush polish case that looks great and more in line w...
The features that a Panerista....
By: sergio : June 3rd, 2020-04:19
dislikes intensely: date's window, Automatic and 8 days written on the dial, power reserve ON the dial and some of US the Black Seal scribble. The sapphire glass is NOT a disqualifying feature. You should read a little Panerai history (there are several b...
My eyes have brighten up!
By: Pun : June 3rd, 2020-07:01
If plexi is not quintessential to Panerai DNA, then taking a 372 with sapphire crystal from AD plus 8 years brand warranty makes sense to me. I don't deny what my friends here said in favour of plexi, it's warmer and cleaner. I agree in toto. I am happy t...
I see things a little differently.
By: Mr.Gatsby : June 3rd, 2020-04:48
To answer your first question. The Fiddyâs desirability is its overall package. 1950 47mm case, gold hands, domed crystal, sandwich dial, early limited edition. Itâs reminiscent of vintage yet isnât trying to be vintage. Regarding the 372, whatever everyo...
Domed cristal
By: Juliusotto : June 3rd, 2020-08:05
what I find it odd is that Panerai did just 127 with this domed cristal ,none the same after that ,it is superb Pam but it is like a mistake that Panerai did (a very nice mistake) since they didnât installed on other reference,and itâs show that the Paner...