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I saw and handled my first Newman in 1985! And it was new old stock, I know this because it was in the AD's window !! It was in Bristol,in a shop called Zales, (now long gone), and the manager was fantastic fella called Mark. I was just 17 years old, skin...  

I am not a vintage rolex expert, either, and I am always afraid when I see a PN. But this record of yours is super interesting. Thanks for sharing your passion for the P.N and the road you took. Best, Nicolas

Your thoughts on the PN echo mine. Never dipped my toe in the water- too expensive and now too scared. It is probably the most subjective watch to buy. Different versions. different conditions way too subjective Julian PS I think they are still incredibly... 

Always great to read how people got to the appreciation of watches and to desiring particular models. Great post!

With so many knowledgeable experts willing to help in provenance and hi def fotography to assist us. Its actually quite safe. TOP Dealers usually has money back guarentee on their pcs. I can honestly say the paulnewman gives me the greatest satisfaction o...  

And yes, I can remember very well the first PN that I bought. Happily I still have it. Like you, i worry about the provenance of the PN in today's market. So-called experts providing new and supposedly pristine models. I love the watch. I really do. But d...  

I also remember the first time I saw a PN in the metal, the first time I handled one, etc... It was in a dealer's shop and the watch was worn by a very sharp dressed Italian gentleman. Since that day, it has simply been my favourite watch.

I mean Christie's and Sotheby should provide a guarantee right? I have a more noble target watch, the 6263. is it safer? I don't aspire for the PN version, just the ordinary panda will do with the Big Daytona. I almost pull the trigger with one big dealer...