Strizzy
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I will admit I have never been much of a Panerai fan. I like big watches, but for the most part I always thought Panerais were just too clunky. I respected their heritage and loved the Italian Navy story. On the other hand, Panerai has become somewhat of a "fad" watch in a lot of circles (certainly in NY, where I reside). I mean that as no disrespect to Panerai, I just like to find pieces that those who aren't watch guys (or gals) might not know about.
Then I saw pictures of the 317. I still have not seen one in person, but I am awe struck by what I have seen and read about so far. So my question to the board is what is the best way to get one? Is this going to be a Rolex Daytona-esque watch that I will never be able to buy in stores and will have to buy it for a 50% premium presold? Or do you guys think in 6 months I will be able to get on some type of list? I live in NY for those in this area that might have more specific advice. Thanks in advance for your help.
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By: Strizzy : September 25th, 2009-19:18
I will admit I have never been much of a Panerai fan. I like big watches, but for the most part I always thought Panerais were just too clunky. I respected their heritage and loved the Italian Navy story. On the other hand, Panerai has become somewhat of ...
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By: faiwu2 : September 25th, 2009-22:58
Maybe the People wouldn't notice the 317 because of its matt black color. But I am sure they would know that is a Panerai though. reserve one in an AD or Boutique , that is the best way to do. but some of the places are they don;t take any more names on t...
Order it
By: grigo : September 26th, 2009-08:46
It's not supposed to be a limited edition watch so I would suggest that you order it and then plan to waite. I ordered mine in October of 2008 and still don't have it. I am told that the first one won't arrive before 2010. I have not heard of anyone recev...
Yep...
By: sanro : October 1st, 2009-04:20
The Boutiques is the best way to go... The first samples of the 317 should be getting to the boutiques already in October, from what I heard. However, given all the problems that Panerai has had with the ceramic I am not too sure that this watch will be p...
order and wait...
By: optionc : October 9th, 2009-16:07
Agree w/ all those in the thread. I put my name on the boutique list the moment it was announced ago and I expect to wait at least another year for delivery. I've heard 3 have been delivered in HK but delivery of additional units is a bit unpredictable. W...
