Panerai Radiomir PAM147

FS: This 2002 Special Edition is a remarkable and rare watch - number 30 of 35 watches in total. If you are a serious 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. It has ALL original paperwork, certificates, boxes, and tags. It was sold in 2005 originally, 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 cool 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.