Why I prefer the 111 over even mythical pieces
 

I’ve had many, the tuttonero, 764, 328 and many more. I still have what to many are really iconic pieces, however, in my humble opinion probably the most quintessential Panerai is the early Opx movement sandwich dial 111. I don’t know why this is the case, but the watch just oozes Panerai DNA of yesteryear.

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I completely agree. It’s the understatement that makes it so timeless.

I have an early 112 and totally agree. Proper tool watch although mine has a pretty rear too!!!

Agree but...how I get one similar?
 

Agree I like the 111 and the 005 to is there any way to check authenticity?I would like to buy one from a private party but I do no want to be fooled. Is a grey dealer safer?

Buy the seller, not the watch.

Grey dealer is for sure safer but not fool proof given the 1:1 fakes being produced these days. I bought my 112 from WatchFinder who are a Panerai Service Centre and also owned by Richemont so figured that’s about the safest way to buy a Pre-owned PAM.

I completely agree regarding the 111, I started to take a liking to the brand a couple of years ago and started my search last year when I found a private sale full set sandwich dial for sale on the forums (even included Panerai service papers). There seems to be very few for sale this year as I randomly check around for curiosity. I like that strap on yours btw, & have patience along w doing your homework Aventura. It took me months to find the right one when searching. I even had a few scammers contact me when I posted a WTB ad over at the Paneristi forum. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...b6e7ba1877.jpg


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Thanks for the compliment on the strap :thumbsup:

Its stingray. I had it made by someone on etsy (sorry can’t remeber the name). The white areas or the fishes backbone.

Yup, love my 111.

Yes you have to be very careful because it is and was heavily reproduced several years ago. Even the boutiques can’t distinguish some of the fakes, its scary.

111... no reason to look further:cheers:

Nice!

111 is a fantastic peice it was my first pam


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Agree ...sold my 111. Shouldn't have .Great reference !:thumbsup: