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brainbizz · 1 May 2011, 02:27 PM

My local AD is booting the Panerai line. The just are not getting the merchandise. I guess this is it for me. I have no desire to start a new relationship to get the watches I want. I have been frustrated with Panerai anyway since I have hundreds of thousands in their watches and could not get anything over the past 1 to 2 years. Im sure they could care less so it will be off to audemars I guess.

bkandj2000 · 1 May 2011, 02:50 PM

Your AD wouldn't happen to be in Tulsa? I was in looking around at a Tulsa AD that carries among other brands, Panerai, and noticed only 3 Panerai watches in the Panerai section. The case could have easily held about 25. The sales lady didn't mention anything about dropping Panerai but I thought their current inventory level vs. potential capacity was odd.

Quote:

Originally Posted by brainbizz

My local AD is booting the Panerai line. The just are not getting the merchandise. I guess this is it for me. I have no desire to start a new relationship to get the watches I want. I have been frustrated with Panerai anyway since I have hundreds of thousands in their watches and could not get anything over the past 1 to 2 years. Im sure they could care less so it will be off to audemars I guess.

TopNotchChach · 1 May 2011, 02:50 PM

Brainbizz
^baaaaaalllin! Are they having a sale? Pass me their number I need a 111.,

TswaneNguni · 1 May 2011, 05:09 PM

Boutique opening close by ???? It seems they are getting more boutique orientated .

I buy from the AD.

JLC and IWC

dddrees · 1 May 2011, 07:57 PM

Sorry to hear it's not working out for you.

nauticajoe · 1 May 2011, 10:33 PM

Sorry to hear that.

Mosco · 1 May 2011, 10:52 PM

Yep - imwas just going to say - try IWC or JLC (if you like Pams, the Maste Compressor loins maybe up your alley). For my large watch I went from Pam to Hublot to AP (that was short-lived), and ended up with an IWC Mission Earth and a JLC World Chrono. Never looked back.

(not my pics, working from iPad

)

Both nice and large, the IWC scratched my itch for an AP Diver, the JLC satisfied my need for a complication. Plus after selling my Safari, I was able to get BOTH of these without laying out any extra cash. Only PAM I want now is the bronze submersible, other than that - I'm set.

TswaneNguni · 2 May 2011, 12:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mosco

Yep - imwas just going to say - try IWC or JLC (if you like Pams, the Maste Compressor loins maybe up your alley). For my large watch I went from Pam to Hublot to AP (that was short-lived), and ended up with an IWC Mission Earth and a JLC World Chrono. Never looked back.

(not my pics, working from iPad

)

Both nice and large, the IWC scratched my itch for an AP Diver, the JLC satisfied my need for a complication. Plus after selling my Safari, I was able to get BOTH of these without laying out any extra cash. Only PAM I want now is the bronze submersible, other than that - I'm set.

JLC MC Extreme World Chronograph in ss/Ti with ss bracelet ...... Love that one !!!

B. Doggy · 2 May 2011, 12:53 AM

I guess I don't understand what ticked you off to leave the brand. Sucks that the AD is booting Panerai, but I think we'll see more of that moving forward. AP is nice though.

mfer · 2 May 2011, 11:31 AM

AP's are SWEET for sure. Panerai has pretty much put it out there for AD's. They are going bye bye.

1. They love their Boutiques and have no problem in offering them ALL the good stuff. (if you want a 372, bronzo, fiddy composite, etc)
2. They recently increased their prices to the AD while maintaining the MSRP. (ie used to be 40%, not 30%....just making up the numbers, but those are what I hear).
3. Someone with Panerai C-level (ceo, cfo, etc) said Panerai is looking to the internet for sales (ie Internet Boutique).

They want the money and they are willing to accept the inventory. I hope it works for them, but I'm guessing STL will never get a boutique!

TopNotchChach · 2 May 2011, 03:36 PM

Thread starter,
I'm still waiting for you to tell me your ad name

esm · 3 May 2011, 12:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brainbizz

My local AD is booting the Panerai line.

really?
how likelihood that is "the other way around"?

my understanding is that a Panerai AD status isnt easily obtained (here in the UK anyway...).

Tony-GB · 4 May 2011, 03:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

really?
how likelihood that is "the other way around"?

my understanding is that a Panerai AD status isnt easily obtained (here in the UK anyway...).

Hi Eric

Duggans in Burlington arcade stopped dealing Panerai's because they couldn't shift them. They got rid of all their stock to the trade in 2008.

Tony-GB · 4 May 2011, 03:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mosco

Yep - imwas just going to say - try IWC or JLC (if you like Pams, the Maste Compressor loins maybe up your alley). For my large watch I went from Pam to Hublot to AP (that was short-lived), and ended up with an IWC Mission Earth and a JLC World Chrono. Never looked back.

(not my pics, working from iPad

)

Both nice and large, the IWC scratched my itch for an AP Diver, the JLC satisfied my need for a complication. Plus after selling my Safari, I was able to get BOTH of these without laying out any extra cash. Only PAM I want now is the bronze submersible, other than that - I'm set.

Greg, that JLC looks like a serious bit of kit!

.

Watchcraze007 · 8 October 2012, 06:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mosco

Yep - imwas just going to say - try IWC or JLC (if you like Pams, the Maste Compressor loins maybe up your alley). For my large watch I went from Pam to Hublot to AP (that was short-lived), and ended up with an IWC Mission Earth and a JLC World Chrono. Never looked back.

(not my pics, working from iPad

)

Both nice and large, the IWC scratched my itch for an AP Diver, the JLC satisfied my need for a complication. Plus after selling my Safari, I was able to get BOTH of these without laying out any extra cash. Only PAM I want now is the bronze submersible, other than that - I'm set.

Got the Bronzo then?

(Note: a) we own the same watch brands b) I love the blue Plastiki and want it b) I'm hunting for a Bronzo!)

mrarchiegoodwin · 8 October 2012, 01:00 PM

It did not occur to me to select a watch brand because it is available locally. I try to eat only regional fruits and vegetables, prefer local brand products, so I could consider buying only makes of watches that are sold in my town. I would not have to change a thing if I lived in Hong Kong, but my town has never been big on watches. The Tourneau shop told me it discontinued AP due to lack of sales. The oldest and grandest jeweler in town never carried AP. Glad I became fond of Rolex--not a bad substitute for Panerai.

travisb · 8 October 2012, 08:18 PM

Sorry to hear.
Panerai is another brand steering their business more towards the boutiques. Like others, I think we'll see more and more ADs losing the line or have difficulty getting in the more desirable PAMS.

texex91 · 8 October 2012, 11:31 PM

Very interesting about Panerai. I started a few years ago and bought 3 different models. The 372 was last one.

What started pointing me to other brands was I was getting tired of waiting for new releases. Now I know from a marketing perspective there is a certain amount of keep demand high. Other brands do the same obviously, but it just seems like their models come out sooner (AP, PP and even Rolex). After 1.5 year wait for 372, when I finally got the call, I almost did not buy it. I did, and I loved it.

However, by that time I was already on to my first AP, and that started a new addiction. Like the new 448 coming out, I'm at top of list, but just don't think I can buy anymore Panerai.

Kinda of a phase I went through and it's over. Hey don't get me wrong not bashing brand or watch quality--I like Panerai, just not spending anymore $$ towards them. It will be tough to pass up 448 tough :-)

Watches24seven · 11 October 2012, 01:04 PM

You have me and Rick!

Chewbacca · 11 October 2012, 01:25 PM

wonder if LVMH or Richemont (whoever owns panerai) is reducing production to hold market values...????

1 May 2011, 02:27 PM	#1
brainbizz Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 608	Good bye Panerai My local AD is booting the Panerai line. The just are not getting the merchandise. I guess this is it for me. I have no desire to start a new relationship to get the watches I want. I have been frustrated with Panerai anyway since I have hundreds of thousands in their watches and could not get anything over the past 1 to 2 years. Im sure they could care less so it will be off to audemars I guess.

1 May 2011, 07:57 PM	#5
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,258	Sorry to hear it's not working out for you. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

1 May 2011, 10:52 PM	#7
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	Yep - imwas just going to say - try IWC or JLC (if you like Pams, the Maste Compressor loins maybe up your alley). For my large watch I went from Pam to Hublot to AP (that was short-lived), and ended up with an IWC Mission Earth and a JLC World Chrono. Never looked back. (not my pics, working from iPad ) Both nice and large, the IWC scratched my itch for an AP Diver, the JLC satisfied my need for a complication. Plus after selling my Safari, I was able to get BOTH of these without laying out any extra cash. Only PAM I want now is the bronze submersible, other than that - I'm set. __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

2 May 2011, 12:53 AM	#9
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	I guess I don't understand what ticked you off to leave the brand. Sucks that the AD is booting Panerai, but I think we'll see more of that moving forward. AP is nice though. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

2 May 2011, 11:31 AM	#10
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	AP's are SWEET for sure. Panerai has pretty much put it out there for AD's. They are going bye bye. 1. They love their Boutiques and have no problem in offering them ALL the good stuff. (if you want a 372, bronzo, fiddy composite, etc) 2. They recently increased their prices to the AD while maintaining the MSRP. (ie used to be 40%, not 30%....just making up the numbers, but those are what I hear). 3. Someone with Panerai C-level (ceo, cfo, etc) said Panerai is looking to the internet for sales (ie Internet Boutique). They want the money and they are willing to accept the inventory. I hope it works for them, but I'm guessing STL will never get a boutique! __________________ member#3242

1 May 2011, 02:50 PM	#3
TopNotchChach "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Near the Ocean! Watch: 116610 Posts: 1,306	Brainbizz ^baaaaaalllin! Are they having a sale? Pass me their number I need a 111.,

1 May 2011, 05:09 PM	#4
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,609	Boutique opening close by ???? It seems they are getting more boutique orientated . I buy from the AD. JLC and IWC

1 May 2011, 10:33 PM	#6
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,773	Sorry to hear that.

2 May 2011, 03:36 PM	#11
TopNotchChach "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Near the Ocean! Watch: 116610 Posts: 1,306	Thread starter, I'm still waiting for you to tell me your ad name

8 October 2012, 01:00 PM	#16
mrarchiegoodwin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: California/Malaga Watch: GShock Frogman Posts: 542	It did not occur to me to select a watch brand because it is available locally. I try to eat only regional fruits and vegetables, prefer local brand products, so I could consider buying only makes of watches that are sold in my town. I would not have to change a thing if I lived in Hong Kong, but my town has never been big on watches. The Tourneau shop told me it discontinued AP due to lack of sales. The oldest and grandest jeweler in town never carried AP. Glad I became fond of Rolex--not a bad substitute for Panerai.

8 October 2012, 08:18 PM	#17
travisb 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 34,440	Sorry to hear. Panerai is another brand steering their business more towards the boutiques. Like others, I think we'll see more and more ADs losing the line or have difficulty getting in the more desirable PAMS.

8 October 2012, 11:31 PM	#18
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Very interesting about Panerai. I started a few years ago and bought 3 different models. The 372 was last one. What started pointing me to other brands was I was getting tired of waiting for new releases. Now I know from a marketing perspective there is a certain amount of keep demand high. Other brands do the same obviously, but it just seems like their models come out sooner (AP, PP and even Rolex). After 1.5 year wait for 372, when I finally got the call, I almost did not buy it. I did, and I loved it. However, by that time I was already on to my first AP, and that started a new addiction. Like the new 448 coming out, I'm at top of list, but just don't think I can buy anymore Panerai. Kinda of a phase I went through and it's over. Hey don't get me wrong not bashing brand or watch quality--I like Panerai, just not spending anymore $$ towards them. It will be tough to pass up 448 tough :-)

11 October 2012, 01:04 PM	#19
Watches24seven 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Bruce Ginsberg Location: St. Louis MO USA Watch: Panerai Vintage Posts: 7,673	You may not have a boutique, but you have the next best thing... You have me and Rick!

11 October 2012, 01:25 PM	#20
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,109	wonder if LVMH or Richemont (whoever owns panerai) is reducing production to hold market values...????

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