A small journey in the Past

A day like I love them...

A Telephone Call, from a Guy asking me to come and see what he just got.

You don't really know what you will see, but, referring to the tone of his voice, you guess that it may be something really exciting,

As we recently spoke about the qualities of Modern and Vintage Panerais, it sounded like a BIG coincidence.

When you see that... You just can admire the work of the Past.

A 6152/1 MM ( Marina Militare ).

Well, the hands were obviously reworked, and the flaw is I would 't have chosen this color for the luminous part, but hey, the rest of the watch is quite stunning!

Just the necessary writing on the dial ( even if it would have even be nicer without any writing at all, like on the Cali ):

An unbelievable strenght, purity of the dial ( sandwhich ), and of this simple, and quite rugged case, enhanced by the crownguard.

Frankly, 6152/ 1 Officine Panerai Marina Militare or Small Egiziano apart, I don't think there is a stronger and a nicer piece, in the Vintage Panerai Watches.

But it wasn't all...

I could also admire a Dephtmeter, in quite good condition:

And...

A Compass, which obviously had a good and active Life:

If the watch is wearable ( 47 mm ), this is not the case of the Compass and the Depthmeter ( 60 mm ), which may be a hint for those who are on the new " Egiziano " ( Pam 341 ).

La creme de la creme is those 3 all together, the Trittico:

I really think that when you see that kind of stuff, it is hard to consider any other stuff.

A Must for any Hard Core Panerai Fan.

The bad thing?

I had to come back home without these Beauties, as they were already sold...

Enjoy!

Best,

Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2009-04-12 13:57:37 This message has been edited by amanico on 2009-04-12 14:36:04 This message has been edited by amanico on 2009-04-12 14:38:30 This message has been edited by AnthonyTsai on 2009-04-15 16:48:54

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Nice Journey Nicolas [nt]

By: gazoz : April 12th, 2009-14:09

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Thanks, Gazoz.

By: amanico : April 13th, 2009-07:08

Not your everyday phone-call ....

By: bimbeano : April 12th, 2009-14:11

... that is a great collection of old stuff ... LOL. The depth meter is really awesome ...that's what i call "patina" ... !!! Lucky the lot was already sold (you still have to buy me coffee when i come over ). Cheers and thanks for this really very cool p...

I have a special cel phone for this kind of call, Filip

By: amanico : April 13th, 2009-07:10

Always a pleasure to see such rara and beautiful bords, indeed. Thanks, my friend. And of course, the coffee will be on me! Nicolas

Do we know how people were using the Trittico?

By: AT : April 12th, 2009-14:51

Since they all have particular functions, did they wear the three at the same time? sorry it is maybe a stupid question but I am curious.

no stupid questions mate, here is an older post

By: Asimut : April 12th, 2009-22:10

that will shed some light on the subject: panerai.watchprosite.com Cheers, Asi

That was an incredible find! Congratulations. [nt]

By: PoyFR : April 13th, 2009-00:00

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and to make it short, you ought to see a movie

By: PoyFR : April 12th, 2009-23:59

in which you see in use all here referred instruments. I sette dell'orsa maggiore original ad for USA release "Hell Raiders of the Deep" THE FANTASTIC BUT TRUE STORY OF THE FROGMEN Review Summary by The New York Timey Financial Times. The title refers to ...

Seems that our 2 Vintage Experts already answered, AT. Best!

By: amanico : April 13th, 2009-07:11

Thanks guys, know I understand.

By: AT : April 13th, 2009-08:21

Such an interesting story, incredible devices used cooperatively, very cool stuff. brings more meaning to have them together.

Awesome journey there mon ami!

By: BluNotte : April 12th, 2009-15:08

Very lucky of you to always be seeing stuff like these in France/Europe. We almost NEVER get these kinda stuff here in Japan. Thanks for sharing! A bientot Stephen

Well, Stephen

By: amanico : April 13th, 2009-07:12

Yes, we are lucky, but in fact, I am lucky to know the good persons... So I could see several of theses treasures in the flesh. Best, Nicolas

an historic journey indeed!

It is a dream to own these pieces nowadays!

By: ALEPOS : April 12th, 2009-21:39

Thanks for sharing Nicolas. alepos

100% correct, Alepos.

By: amanico : April 13th, 2009-07:15

You know, Nacelle, this kind of journey brings you mixed and intense feelings.

By: amanico : April 13th, 2009-07:15

Pleasure, of course, surprise, too, and an immense decetion, or better, frustration to not be able to come back with these pieces... No, seriously, some pieces are made to only dream about... And that's GREAT! Best, Nicolas

A nice trittico, hope it goes to a good home ;-)

By: Asimut : April 12th, 2009-22:54

Nico, any pics of the movement in that 6152-1? I love that greenish strap, so typical of the vintage leather. Thanks for posting Asi

Sadly not, Asi

By: amanico : April 13th, 2009-07:16

I was too in hurry, with too many things to do at the same time, so I didn't have the time to open it, and to take pics of the movement... Best, Nicolas

Great stuff Nicolas, thanks for sharing the Trittico.

By: Keller3646 : April 13th, 2009-01:55

You must have happy Easter. Best Ralf

nice comment from the King of the Tritticos, Ralf!

By: amanico : April 13th, 2009-07:29

Thanks, my friend, but i guess you will present us, in a very nice way, all your treasures and knoweldge very soon ( I hope! ). Let us know! Best, nicolas

Very exciting moment Nico.

By: Krieng : April 13th, 2009-05:41

I agree that the 6152/1 is the greatest vintage panerai in history. You capture the watch very very well my friend. May I ask....are those the original straps too? And does the 6152/1 comes with the very special GPF-Mod Dep buckle? Cheers

Yes, Krieng,

By: amanico : April 13th, 2009-07:33

This is an original strap, which got a nice greenish color. And the buckle, too, is original. Yes, it is one of the greatest Vintage Panerai, with the 6154 and the ...Bloody " 4 lines "... Best, Nicolas

There should be a law against this..

By: torromoto : April 13th, 2009-05:41

You always show these incredible pieces and frankly.............I LOVE IT................ Txs for sharing amigo..Best guillermo

I know, Guillermo, but it is good to suffer, from time to time.. :)))

By: amanico : April 13th, 2009-07:28

Past journeys are always nice!.

By: E.J. : April 13th, 2009-14:55

This Trittico is a really keeper. Certanlly, Panerai is here... nothing can beat it!. A certanlly pleasure for the hearth and for the eyes... no for the wrist! LOLOL. this kind of surprises are really impressives... great friends you have!. Thanks for sha...

Gracias, Emilio

By: amanico : April 13th, 2009-22:02

When you see these pieces, you're really in trouble. They're so tasteful that the others loose interest, in comparison... Best, my friend, it was a pleasure to share this moment with you. Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2009-04-13 22:04...

Nicolas

By: Jester : April 13th, 2009-19:51

you just have to drive home the points that you made earlier? Thanks for the wonderful pictures!

He He, Jester.

By: amanico : April 13th, 2009-22:04

Quid erat demonstrandum... Best, Nicolas

Hi, Nicolas!

By: dxboon : April 13th, 2009-23:37

Thanks for the photos! I think the 2nd photo says it all. Visually, for me, it sums up everything I find attractive about Panerai -- a clean, highly legible dial, a case with a substantial, solid presence, and some distinctive but functional flair in the ...

Agree, Daos

By: amanico : April 14th, 2009-05:25

The Depthmeter and the Compass are just ...Uwearable, as the Eigiano will be, sadly, as it is a very exciting offer. But the 6152-1... Huuummmm, would like to get one. In fact, I'd be ok to sell all my Panerais just to get one... Best, sister. Nicolas

Oldies but goodies...

By: Davo : April 15th, 2009-16:38

Thanks for sharing.

Thanks.

By: amanico : April 15th, 2009-20:58

Officine Panerai