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Watchman1957 · 9 September 2010, 01:04 AM

Porsche · 9 September 2010, 01:07 AM

Congrats Robert, that's a stunner!

Great photos too!

Watchman1957 · 9 September 2010, 01:10 AM

The complete package included the following:

Original signed warranty libretto
Mahagoni Box description
Box with number LMM41 sticker outside the box
original hang tag
original brass screw driver
brand new shark strap ( original pre V of course )
extra screw and tube set
Invoice copy from Panerai Firenze to the Italian Navy
and the watch with original Pre V strap

bcacncnc · 9 September 2010, 01:27 AM

Wow! What year would that be made?

mfer · 9 September 2010, 02:00 AM

Oh

My

God!

Dude, that is the Grail for me as well! Holy S**T

Wear it with pride and passion man!

ocwatching · 9 September 2010, 02:04 AM

Robert..great pickup...wow...awesome 4liner...
wear that grail in good health...

TheLino · 9 September 2010, 02:13 AM

That's reallyreally amazing.

And beyond cool.

And that's coming from a newbie Paneristi.

I rarely "congratulate" people on buying a watch (cuz', I mean, how rare IS a Rolex GMT-IIC? And people are patting each other on the back for "acquiring" one?), but in this case, I think it's warranted. Congrats!

Watchman1957 · 9 September 2010, 02:14 AM

Thanks guys, I am through for a while in collecting as this one set me back a dollar or 2.

The 5218-202/A was made in 1993.

What I love about this watch is the non-matching dial which are few and far between. And as well the paperwork that links this watch directly with this being one of so few that was actually delivered to it's namesake, the Italian Navy's Marina Militare.

TheLino · 9 September 2010, 02:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bcacncnc

Wow! What year would that be made?

Looks like the papers are dated 1993.

Renoir · 9 September 2010, 02:17 AM

Wow!

Huge congrats.

esm · 9 September 2010, 02:17 AM

WOW & OMFG - huge congrats!

thats something you dont see everyday!

Tommysol · 9 September 2010, 02:49 AM

Looks like an old overhyped, overpriced watch to me. I prefer my PAM 00 over that watch any day of the week. Hope you did not spend more than $5K for that sample. Looks like you are now the cat's meow spending more than 30 times the original asking price of $2K.
Now you can keep it in a safe and wait for appreciation. I on the other hand will wear my 00 on a daily business. Glad you got your grail though...especially since Richemont had nothing to do with it! Good luck on its appreciation!

Watchman1957 · 9 September 2010, 02:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tommysol

Looks like an old overhyped, overpriced watch to me. I prefer my PAM 00 over that watch any day of the week. Hope you did not spend more than $5K for that sample. Looks like you are now the cat's meow spending more than 30 times the original asking price of $2K.
Now you can keep it in a safe and wait for appreciation. I on the other hand will wear my 00 on a daily business. Glad you got your grail though...especially since Richemont had nothing to do with it! Good luck on its appreciation!

Thank you Tommy for all of your kind words. They only made 140 of the 5218-202/A, total. Of the very rare non-matching dials there is supposedly only 30 to 40 non matching dials (no one knows for sure) split up between the 201/A and the 202/A watches. And this particular 202/A is even rarer as it is one of 20 that were officially delivered and owned by the Italian Navy's Marina Miliare unit, now that, Tommy, is real history. True Richemont did not have anthing to do with this watch but due to recently falling profits (3 months ago) at Richemont, I don't doubt they will copy this one as well but that would not chaff me, at least I know I own the original.

esm · 9 September 2010, 03:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tommysol

Looks like an old overhyped, overpriced watch to me. I prefer my PAM 00 over that watch any day of the week. Hope you did not spend more than $5K for that sample. Looks like you are now the cat's meow spending more than 30 times the original asking price of $2K.
Now you can keep it in a safe and wait for appreciation. I on the other hand will wear my 00 on a daily business. Glad you got your grail though...especially since Richemont had nothing to do with it! Good luck on its appreciation!

wow!

wouldnt a simple - "congrats and happy for you" post be better?

(imho of course)

Chipmunk · 9 September 2010, 03:04 AM

Watchman1957 · 9 September 2010, 03:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

wow!

wouldnt a simple - "congrats and happy for you" post be better?

(imho of course)

No, no it's cool but thanks for the thought. Tommy and I have history.

esm · 9 September 2010, 03:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Watchman1957

No, no it's cool but thanks for the thought. Tommy and I have history.

Robert!

alphamale2012 · 9 September 2010, 03:40 AM

Looks awesome Robert. Wear it in good health.

Brunotheboxer · 9 September 2010, 03:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tommysol

Looks like an old overhyped, overpriced watch to me. I prefer my PAM 00 over that watch any day of the week. Hope you did not spend more than $5K for that sample. Looks like you are now the cat's meow spending more than 30 times the original asking price of $2K.
Now you can keep it in a safe and wait for appreciation. I on the other hand will wear my 00 on a daily business. Glad you got your grail though...especially since Richemont had nothing to do with it! Good luck on its appreciation!

You should go.

B. Doggy · 9 September 2010, 04:00 AM

Like WHOA!!!

Watchman1957 · 9 September 2010, 04:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

You should go.

Seriously guys, the thought is appreciated but lay off of Tommy, he is welcome to his opinion.

bungle · 9 September 2010, 04:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tommysol

Looks like an old overhyped, overpriced watch to me. I prefer my PAM 00 over that watch any day of the week. Hope you did not spend more than $5K for that sample. Looks like you are now the cat's meow spending more than 30 times the original asking price of $2K.
Now you can keep it in a safe and wait for appreciation. I on the other hand will wear my 00 on a daily business. Glad you got your grail though...especially since Richemont had nothing to do with it! Good luck on its appreciation!

Disgraceful post......

Robert, congratulations on your aquisition. Absolutely dripping in heritage. Looks superb......

Watchman1957 · 9 September 2010, 04:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B. Doggy

Like WHOA!!!

Your countdown to the Big Pilot was a few days, I paid for this baby and had to wait more than 6 weeks before it was in my hands.

Ant56 · 9 September 2010, 04:36 AM

Hope you enjoy your trip to Singapore.
Cheers

marcinthemiddle · 9 September 2010, 04:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheLino

That's reallyreally amazing.

And beyond cool.

And that's coming from a newbie Paneristi.

I rarely "congratulate" people on buying a watch (cuz', I mean, how rare IS a Rolex GMT-IIC? And people are patting each other on the back for "acquiring" one?), but in this case, I think it's warranted. Congrats!

x2!

congrats!

Mantooth · 9 September 2010, 04:45 AM

Congratulations, Robert!

Rebel · 9 September 2010, 04:47 AM

Stunning wristwatch. Enjoy!

nauticajoe · 9 September 2010, 05:48 AM

BIG Congrats!

dukerules · 9 September 2010, 05:59 AM

Just...wow. That's all I can say.

TheLino · 9 September 2010, 06:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Watchman1957

Thank you Tommy for all of your kind words. They only made 140 of the 5218-202/A, total. Of the very rare non-matching dials there is supposedly only 30 to 40 non matching dials (no one knows for sure) split up between the 201/A and the 202/A watches. And this particular 202/A is even rarer as it is one of 20 that were officially delivered and owned by the Italian Navy's Marina Miliare unit, now that, Tommy, is real history. True Richemont did not have anthing to do with this watch but due to recently falling profits (3 months ago) at Richemont, I don't doubt they will copy this one as well but that would not chaff me, at least I know I own the original.

Actually, I'd really like to thank Tommy for his post. Honestly.

Without his post, I wouldn't have been privy to this information!

ALL. THE. MORE. AMAZING. PURCHASE.(!)

9 September 2010, 01:04 AM	#1
Watchman1957 Banned Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Robert Location: Jakarta,Indonesia Watch: 201/A 202/A PreA9 Posts: 243	I finally have this Holy Grail, home, where it belongs.......

9 September 2010, 01:07 AM	#2
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9 September 2010, 01:27 AM	#4
bcacncnc "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Bryan Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,577	Wow! What year would that be made? __________________ Omega Panerai Chopard Grand Seiko

9 September 2010, 02:00 AM	#5
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Oh My God! Dude, that is the Grail for me as well! Holy S**T Wear it with pride and passion man! __________________ member#3242

9 September 2010, 02:04 AM	#6
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	Robert..great pickup...wow...awesome 4liner... wear that grail in good health... __________________ too much into watches...

9 September 2010, 01:10 AM	#3
Watchman1957 Banned Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Robert Location: Jakarta,Indonesia Watch: 201/A 202/A PreA9 Posts: 243	The complete package included the following: Original signed warranty libretto Mahagoni Box description Box with number LMM41 sticker outside the box original hang tag original brass screw driver brand new shark strap ( original pre V of course ) extra screw and tube set Invoice copy from Panerai Firenze to the Italian Navy and the watch with original Pre V strap

9 September 2010, 02:13 AM	#7
TheLino Retired Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 196	That's reallyreally amazing. And beyond cool. And that's coming from a newbie Paneristi. I rarely "congratulate" people on buying a watch (cuz', I mean, how rare IS a Rolex GMT-IIC? And people are patting each other on the back for "acquiring" one?), but in this case, I think it's warranted. Congrats!

9 September 2010, 02:14 AM	#8
Watchman1957 Banned Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Robert Location: Jakarta,Indonesia Watch: 201/A 202/A PreA9 Posts: 243	Thanks guys, I am through for a while in collecting as this one set me back a dollar or 2. The 5218-202/A was made in 1993. What I love about this watch is the non-matching dial which are few and far between. And as well the paperwork that links this watch directly with this being one of so few that was actually delivered to it's namesake, the Italian Navy's Marina Militare.

9 September 2010, 02:17 AM	#10
Renoir "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Renato Location: New York Posts: 2,396	Wow! Huge congrats.

9 September 2010, 02:17 AM	#11
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	WOW & OMFG - huge congrats! thats something you dont see everyday!

9 September 2010, 02:49 AM	#12
Tommysol "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: California Posts: 591	Looks like an old overhyped, overpriced watch to me. I prefer my PAM 00 over that watch any day of the week. Hope you did not spend more than $5K for that sample. Looks like you are now the cat's meow spending more than 30 times the original asking price of $2K. Now you can keep it in a safe and wait for appreciation. I on the other hand will wear my 00 on a daily business. Glad you got your grail though...especially since Richemont had nothing to do with it! Good luck on its appreciation!

9 September 2010, 03:04 AM	#15
Chipmunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Alvin Location: So Cal Watch: ROLEXES Posts: 5,390	__________________ "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"............John Keats

9 September 2010, 03:40 AM	#18
alphamale2012 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Posts: 1,305	Looks awesome Robert. Wear it in good health.

9 September 2010, 04:00 AM	#20
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Like WHOA!!! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

9 September 2010, 04:36 AM	#24
Ant56 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Anthony Location: Singapore Watch: Panerai Posts: 127	Congrats Hope you enjoy your trip to Singapore. Cheers

9 September 2010, 04:45 AM	#26
Mantooth Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Wes Location: Brevard, NC/??? Watch: you talkin' 'bout? Posts: 270	Congratulations, Robert!

9 September 2010, 04:47 AM	#27
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,311	Stunning wristwatch. Enjoy! __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

9 September 2010, 05:48 AM	#28
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	BIG Congrats!

9 September 2010, 05:59 AM	#29
dukerules "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: NC, USA Posts: 681	Just...wow. That's all I can say. __________________ Instagram: dukerules

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