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Panerai was never known for their finishing

My 115 from 20 years ago has automated finishing on it...in fact, many models that put Panerai on the map at the height of their fame were based on the Unitas 6497 that had rudimentary finishing compared with the Great Houses. Everyone knew this. Movement
4Y
By: Ted O
23
destrodan
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Prototipo 1000 Metri of Officine Panerai in Firenze, By Alessandro Bettarini

For those who love to dig into the history of Panerai here is the full 1000 meters history starting from 1982 Written by Alessandro Bettarini Title : Prototipo 1000 metri O.P. Published by STB Pubblicazioni ISBN : 978 88 943293-08 Value : (See photo) Page
4Y
By: PoyFR
3
Bill
1188

I really enjoy Panerai

I fell for the brand when I was young and saw them in a few well-known movies. I didn't care about their placement in the movies; rather, the dial and watch design just captured my heart as soon as I saw the watch. Years later, I happened upon them while
5Y
By: JTCL
39
Cookies
9744

Hi Thomas, yes, I've been sorely tempted ...

... the simplicity of the design draws me in. I just don't know if I can pull off 47mm. My largest watch is a PAM 115 that my wife gave me long ago when we were married, but nowadays I gravitate to ~38mm watches. Comfort on the wrist has become more impor
7Y
By: MTR
69
amanico
13631

The mysterious Panerai 318.

The mysterious Panerai 318. It took me some time but I managed to find somebody who has a PAM318. I wanted to see this piece irl, I had to see it to believe it. So thanks to the owner and thanks for having the guts to open this piece. Let's start with a c
14Y
By: Bruno.M1
39
dr.limms
56277

SWAN neck regulators in PANERAI....

Can anyone confirm if swan neck regulators are used in PANERAI PAM 115 F series? Thanks.
15Y
By: mattie123
1
AnthonyTsai
726

PAM 115 Luminor dial glow. How long is normal?

Does anyone know how to test i the luminor glow is "normal" or not? How to do a test to see if the watch is real? I am considering a E series PAM 115. Watch looks ok, the only thing that concerns me is the longevity of the SL glow. I tested it by "chargin
15Y
By: mattie123
3
amanico
2221

Not much you can learn, but

here's what you have - the COSC certificates indicate the movement number and you cannot tie any of them to your watch unless you have a movement sticker (look on the box or in the pocket of the libretto). Obviously the left warranty card is blank so it h
15Y
By: marclend2002
9
ticktocktimesup
4228

Hi Anthony....

Firstly, my collection is not over. There are another 4.......115, 219 (which I sold before I decided to collect destros, and now I have to buy again) 239 and 358 which I will buy, in due course, to complete it... I agree the 123 it's an odd looking "bird
15Y
By: sirjo
19
ShortOnTime
6130

FS: Panerai PAM115 Luminor Marina Destro

Sellers Comments : Watch Condition : Model: : PAM00115 - Luminor Marina destro Case Material: : steel case Case Size: : 44mm Dial Color: : black dial This message has been edited by dk2 on 2010-06-12 09:10:15
15Y
By: dk2
1
sirjo
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