Officine Panerai

I can't say it's a beautiful watch but attracted my interest as I've never seen or heard this particular model It is stated that the prototypes were supposed to be manufactured in 1997 but after the sale of the company, the order was not carried and the w...  

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about Panerai is a) Panerai has very complex sometimes murky history (but that is big part of it's charm) b) you mustn't trust everything you read in books about Panerai (this reflects not only to Panerai books) Best Damjan P.S. I'm not Panerai vintage ex... 

There was a transitional period at the end of the Pre V era, and at the moment when Cartier Vendome bought the brand ( March 1997 ) They bought the brands, and received, with the brand, the projects, and among them, the " Projetto Slytech ". POY wrote szo... 

Yes a Luminor Sub was a plan in 1996, but never prototyped nor produced at least till 2003

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hi Sam, these were developed and prototyped in 1996. it sports a rotating bezel and has a UNITAS 6497. we could be reading from same source. does your book mention 5 pieces, and also the PVD 5218-218? best, Horo

Although the watch was a plan in 1996, nothing was drawn or scheduled. To my knowledge and my late relationship with most important members of Officine Panerai in Firenze till 2003, this watch was not produced nor prototyped, well at least till 2003.

Sounds like this is another " success " from the usual suspects... I already see one writing the libretto, an another one signing it. What do we use to say? " The world is divided in 2 parts: Those who know, and those who dig .. Dig, Tuco, Tig. " Best, PO... 

you never knows what is/are ever produce, If u are lucky or fortunate to get the the ''List'', then u will know. Again, some said this list does not exist. Personally , just read about it and do not ponder too much. Regards John

And I'm assuming its not produced with the authorization from Panerai? Just curious Best, Sam

If you see one, may I suggest you to run away? Best, Nicolas.

And probably just keep it as a mystery.. Sam

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but when you say: illegally Produced ?! do you mean Fake? thanks for sharing Tony

But that's what's stated in the book Best, Sam

thanks Sam

Just curious about your source of information.

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Slowly but surely most of this unforgettable crew will sooner or later keep fall off the famous Garibaldi ship ;-) This message has been edited by amanico on 2011-02-09 23:51:48...  

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More info about 5218-206/A (not produced under Panerai Firenze or Cartier/Vendome) In checking all my information about this watch, I can provide more info for those interested. I can confirm that this watch was not produced nor delivered to anyone at PAN... 

I really appreciate your answers. Now we know that this one WAS INTENDED for military purpose. Thanks again cheers Sam

I missed this post and instead asked Nico the question I'm about to ask you Do you have any details of why the bezel would need maintenance? It doesn't appear particularly interesting (or legible)

This watch was intended and destined solely for military use. Part of the specifications was that the rotating bezel could be locked at any given position, this to avoid any accidental mistiming. The bezel once positioned at any required position it would...