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Thoughts on the 317?
I have been trying to read up on the 317 as much as I can, but I still wonder what the PuristS generally think about the 317. Is it a good option for a first Panerai? I am just beginning to think, perhaps seriously, about this one after having admired it since it was first announced. I have been looking for a black watch for a while now, but circumstances have not allowed me to find the right one yet.
I have to admit, if I were to go for this one, I would want one with a PVD'd movement. Is it foolish to set one's heart on that? Do all K-series 317s come with the PVD'd movement and did the switch to the smoked crystal coincide with the release of the L-series? How can one be sure one is getting the PVD'd movement?
Any thoughts would be most welcome.
Thanks,
respo
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Thoughts on the 317?
I have been trying to read up on the 317 as much as I can, but I still wonder what the PuristS generally think about the 317. Is it a good option for a first Panerai? I am just beginning to think, perhaps seriously, about this one after having admired it ...
The PAM317 is a great 1st Panerai
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