YaletownLad
Junior Contributor
THE SELLER
If you are here reading this, then you’re probably active enough in the watch community to have heard the phrase, “buy the seller”. Thus, it seems fitting to start here with a small introduction.
I guess I would refer to myself as a collector and enthusiast. I got into watches, in a big way, 6 years ago. Since then I’ve learned a great deal. I’ve watched countless YouTube videos, spent hours on forums, and visited untold number of AD’s and boutiques around the world. I’ve been to live watch events and talked at length with other fellow community members. I’ve had the privilege of experiencing hundreds of watches first-hand, across many types, brands, and price points.
Throughout this journey, I have purchased nearly 120 watches for my collection, selling more than 80 of these watches on to new homes. Being party to over 200 watch transactions, I think it is fair to say I’ve got some experience. I try to sell watches the way I would like other sellers to do when I am the buyer. I try to make sure that the pictures I provide are above-average, thereby allowing one to get a good look at the cosmetic condition. If I know there are flaws beyond very light normal wear, I will disclose it. If I know of mechanical issues, I will disclose it. Nearing 100 sales, I have yet to hear from anyone who was disappointed with the watch they received.
As a result of this selling approach, I have earned perfect feedback on eBay and on Watchuseek, now starting to sell on CanWatchCo as well. Until Chrono24 implements feedback for private sellers, you will have to take my word for it, but there are several dozen happy buyers there too.
THE WATCH
I purchased this watch in September 2021 from DavidSW in Florida. It is an S-series model, so it was made in 2016. The watch was completely overhauled at the Panerai service center in Texas in June of 2022. The chrono had been operating inconsistently, so a full service was done. This also included a polishing, as well as new handset, crystal, and dial. The watch came back in essentially better than new condition.
I go back and forth on whether or not I want to part with this piece. Somehow I became something of a Paneristi and I am currently sitting with 11 Panerai in the collection. I have resolved to get it down to 8, so a few pieces need to move on to new homes. Try as I might, I’m just not a chrono guy. As such, this was a logical choice when thinning the herd.
Comes with inner box and papers. I also have the service records and will include that documentation.
There is Panerai factory warranty left until June 2024. This comes from the 24-month post-servicing warranty.
Condition
As I stated above, the watch came back from service in better than new condition. Since then it has been worn very sparingly in a large rotation, so has pretty much preserved its condition since servicing.
Bracelet: Factory rubber strap. New condition. Minor rubbing mark from the buckle.
Case: As new. Nothing noteworthy to mention.
Bezel: Several featherlight marks that all watches seem to quickly accumulate in normal use. There is only one thing to note, a vertical scratch at the 9 o’clock position. It has very slight texturing. The scratch is not significant enough to be noticed when wearing normally, so does not detract at all from enjoyment, but I wanted to fully disclose anything I observed with my inspection under magnification. Given how faint the mark it is, it did not photo well, but you should be able to see it in the second photo.
Crystal: Perfect.
Overall I would put the condition at 98%. When worn on wrist, to the naked eye, the watch presents as near perfect. I would be willing to bet this is the nicest example of a pre-owned PAM 524 currently available for purchase.
Currently running within chronometer specifications.
My Impressions
If you’re going to have a chrono, then a flyback is the only way to go from a usability standpoint. At over 300 components, this movement is a real work of engineering.
The pop of blue on the second hand makes this a really unique Luminor 1950 and lends itself to some very interesting strap combinations. I had it on a funky blue ostrich leg strap, with an ecru stitch, and it makes the watch a true one of a kind.
Measurements
Diameter: 44.0 mm
Thickness: 16.8 mm
Lug-to-Lug: 54.0 mm
Lug Width: 24.0 mm
Specifications
Automatic
Movement: p.9100
72 hour power reserve (2 barrels)
37 jewels
28,800 vph
Glucydur balance
Incablock anti-shock device
Sapphire crystal
Water Resistance: 10 ATM (100 meters)
Since it seems to come up a lot... NO TRADES.
The only exceptions to that would be a nearly new Panerai PAM 1314 or any nearly new Rolex steel sports model at RRP.
PRICE = $9,200 (plus shipping)
If you are here reading this, then you’re probably active enough in the watch community to have heard the phrase, “buy the seller”. Thus, it seems fitting to start here with a small introduction.
I guess I would refer to myself as a collector and enthusiast. I got into watches, in a big way, 6 years ago. Since then I’ve learned a great deal. I’ve watched countless YouTube videos, spent hours on forums, and visited untold number of AD’s and boutiques around the world. I’ve been to live watch events and talked at length with other fellow community members. I’ve had the privilege of experiencing hundreds of watches first-hand, across many types, brands, and price points.
Throughout this journey, I have purchased nearly 120 watches for my collection, selling more than 80 of these watches on to new homes. Being party to over 200 watch transactions, I think it is fair to say I’ve got some experience. I try to sell watches the way I would like other sellers to do when I am the buyer. I try to make sure that the pictures I provide are above-average, thereby allowing one to get a good look at the cosmetic condition. If I know there are flaws beyond very light normal wear, I will disclose it. If I know of mechanical issues, I will disclose it. Nearing 100 sales, I have yet to hear from anyone who was disappointed with the watch they received.
As a result of this selling approach, I have earned perfect feedback on eBay and on Watchuseek, now starting to sell on CanWatchCo as well. Until Chrono24 implements feedback for private sellers, you will have to take my word for it, but there are several dozen happy buyers there too.
THE WATCH
I purchased this watch in September 2021 from DavidSW in Florida. It is an S-series model, so it was made in 2016. The watch was completely overhauled at the Panerai service center in Texas in June of 2022. The chrono had been operating inconsistently, so a full service was done. This also included a polishing, as well as new handset, crystal, and dial. The watch came back in essentially better than new condition.
I go back and forth on whether or not I want to part with this piece. Somehow I became something of a Paneristi and I am currently sitting with 11 Panerai in the collection. I have resolved to get it down to 8, so a few pieces need to move on to new homes. Try as I might, I’m just not a chrono guy. As such, this was a logical choice when thinning the herd.
Comes with inner box and papers. I also have the service records and will include that documentation.
There is Panerai factory warranty left until June 2024. This comes from the 24-month post-servicing warranty.
Condition
As I stated above, the watch came back from service in better than new condition. Since then it has been worn very sparingly in a large rotation, so has pretty much preserved its condition since servicing.
Bracelet: Factory rubber strap. New condition. Minor rubbing mark from the buckle.
Case: As new. Nothing noteworthy to mention.
Bezel: Several featherlight marks that all watches seem to quickly accumulate in normal use. There is only one thing to note, a vertical scratch at the 9 o’clock position. It has very slight texturing. The scratch is not significant enough to be noticed when wearing normally, so does not detract at all from enjoyment, but I wanted to fully disclose anything I observed with my inspection under magnification. Given how faint the mark it is, it did not photo well, but you should be able to see it in the second photo.
Crystal: Perfect.
Overall I would put the condition at 98%. When worn on wrist, to the naked eye, the watch presents as near perfect. I would be willing to bet this is the nicest example of a pre-owned PAM 524 currently available for purchase.
Currently running within chronometer specifications.
My Impressions
If you’re going to have a chrono, then a flyback is the only way to go from a usability standpoint. At over 300 components, this movement is a real work of engineering.
The pop of blue on the second hand makes this a really unique Luminor 1950 and lends itself to some very interesting strap combinations. I had it on a funky blue ostrich leg strap, with an ecru stitch, and it makes the watch a true one of a kind.
Measurements
Diameter: 44.0 mm
Thickness: 16.8 mm
Lug-to-Lug: 54.0 mm
Lug Width: 24.0 mm
Specifications
Automatic
Movement: p.9100
72 hour power reserve (2 barrels)
37 jewels
28,800 vph
Glucydur balance
Incablock anti-shock device
Sapphire crystal
Water Resistance: 10 ATM (100 meters)
Since it seems to come up a lot... NO TRADES.
The only exceptions to that would be a nearly new Panerai PAM 1314 or any nearly new Rolex steel sports model at RRP.
PRICE = $9,200 (plus shipping)