Panerai Radiomir (Venus rattrapante) 00147

FS: This 2002 Special Edition is a remarkable and rare watch - number 30 of 35 watches in total. If you are a Panerai collector (or rare chronograph collector) you probably know this watch: it is a "grail" watch for the discerning Panerai collector. Sensibly sized at 42mm, 18K rose gold, and recently (in 2014) fully restored by Panerai in Europe at a cost of over $4000. It is powered by a Venus 185, one of the classic vintage rattrapante movements - fully upgraded to high horology standards by Panerai. The finish on the movement is stunning and it runs like a new watch. It has ALL original paperwork, certificates, boxes, and tags. It was originally sold in 2005, and is in like new condition with a fully serviced movement, new dial and hands, and restored movement with several new parts. It has the original black alligator strap (80% condition) and the rose gold Panerai deployant buckle. I prefer a face-to-face deal in the Los Angeles area, if at all possible, but that's not a deal-breaker. The price for this rare high-grade (vintage movement) rattrapante is $37,500. It was insured by Panerai for $80,000 when shipped back to me. Doing research I found three public auction sales of the PAM 147 reference and they ranged from $37,000 - $42,000. Due to their rarity these hardly ever come up for sale. This is a great opportunity to acquire a truly historic and high-grade Panerai Special Edition. I have other pics of the paperwork, etc., for serious buyers. I am a collector, not a dealer, and have many references in the watch world.