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Shade · 21 June 2011, 12:36 PM

I was offered by friend this limited edition of Panerai, 232. It's in PRISNTINE condition. However, my friend here, is a dork. He misplaced all the boxes and papers.

And I *KNOW* he misplaced it, because at the time of purchase, I was there with him. I tried ransacking his room and couldn't find the box. Neither could he.

So, he's asking for 7.5k USD for it, as is. If he finds the box he'll give it to me.

You think it's a good buy?

heart82 · 21 June 2011, 12:51 PM

Shade,

The going rate for 232 is around $10K, Isn't It?
No B&P for $7500----Hmmm...I'm interesting!
IMO...I think It's a deal!
And, If he found the box & papers, IF HE FOUND, he gonna give it to you too, right? and for how much more?

Shade · 21 June 2011, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by heart82

Shade,

The going rate for 232 is around $10K, Isn't It?
No B&P for $7500----Hmmm...I'm interesting!
IMO...I think It's a deal!
And, If he found the box & papers, IF HE FOUND, he gonna give it to you too, right? and for how much more?

The B n P if he finds it, it'll be free of charge. However, knowing how lazy he is, and knowing I won't be able to ransack the WHOLE house, I doubt it'll come to light.

Anyhow, the link you gave me is very interesting, but I just remembered I need to factor in the insurance and also the shipping cost. So I'd talk to the seller first and do some comparison. :)

fc3s2k · 21 June 2011, 02:00 PM

Do it!!!!!

SaddleSC · 21 June 2011, 02:16 PM

That sounds like a definite buy to me.

ocwatching · 21 June 2011, 02:49 PM

I tend to think the going rate of the 232 is about $8K. some of the big internet grays want close to $10K but I think it can be had for around $8K complete...

so your friend is giving you a great deal (if he can find the papers..)

I used to be more of a 45mm guy, but with the addition of the Cali, I would have to say, the 232 is worth picking up...hell..I may just pick one up to complete the Rad collection...LOL..then again..you already got the Cali as well..mind as well complete it...

good luck!

texex91 · 21 June 2011, 10:02 PM

Buy it--it's a deal...

mfer · 21 June 2011, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by ocwatching

I tend to think the going rate of the 232 is about $8K. some of the big internet grays want close to $10K but I think it can be had for around $8K complete...

so your friend is giving you a great deal (if he can find the papers..)

I used to be more of a 45mm guy, but with the addition of the Cali, I would have to say, the 232 is worth picking up...hell..I may just pick one up to complete the Rad collection...LOL..then again..you already got the Cali as well..mind as well complete it...

good luck!

Agree. I was recently offered a full package 232 for $8700. It was fair, but I know the guy would have negotiated more bring it closer to $8000. Papers on a 232 are pretty important as they are more easy to fake then a 190 or 233 let's say. You can't fake the movement on those. You know this 232 is real. So, if you are buying forever, sure do it. If you think you'll flip, I think you'll lose money on the deal.

Good luck on your decision.

esm · 21 June 2011, 11:34 PM

it is very good price, then again, with Panerai limited piece, you'd really want to have all boxes and papers, especially the scroll - unless you know 120% that this is going to be a keeper or you dont care if you have to sell it in the future for "even less" $$$.

had a chance of picking up a LNIB 232 last year, but the dealer did not have the scroll and have promised to keep on looking for it, so they can send it to me

.

i told them to give me a call when they have everything for me..... that was almost 12 months ago

mmancari · 22 June 2011, 12:53 AM

It's a buy! The lowest I've seen without papers was $6800 but, not knowing the sealer made it a pass. You know the watch. The box might reappear .... buy buy buy

Trurolexer · 22 June 2011, 01:12 AM

Go for it!!!

B. Doggy · 22 June 2011, 02:11 AM

232 is a great watch and one I have my eye on. Maybe I'll have one soon!...

Shade · 22 June 2011, 11:07 AM

Okay, I think I will grab this deal and seal it! I cant believe the enthusiasm for this reference you guys have! You all are getting me really excited!

Trailblazer · 22 June 2011, 11:38 AM

Its a deal for me !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

TswaneNguni · 22 June 2011, 01:46 PM

Shade · 23 June 2011, 02:04 AM

Im actually having some doubts now. Checking up on my california, the 47mm size is quite large on my wrist. It actually sits from edge to edge on mine. I spoke privately with Mik and his idea of putting gold hands on the 210 is actually brilliant. Yes I dont get the tobacco dial nor the limited edition nature of it, but Id get to wear it more often I think.. Hmm decisions decisions..

Not to mention the 210 plus gold hands combo works out at a friendlier price too..

heart82 · 23 June 2011, 04:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shade

Im actually having some doubts now. Checking up on my california, the 47mm size is quite large on my wrist. It actually sits from edge to edge on mine. I spoke privately with Mik and his idea of putting gold hands on the 210 is actually brilliant. Yes I dont get the tobacco dial nor the limited edition nature of it, but Id get to wear it more often I think.. Hmm decisions decisions..

Not to mention the 210 plus gold hands combo works out at a friendlier price too..

I love your idea, shed

And, that's what I'm about to do with my first Rad, the 210, too.
But, where can I find the OEM gold hands, any help? from an AD?

mfer · 23 June 2011, 05:49 AM

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Originally Posted by heart82

I love your idea, shed

And, that's what I'm about to do with my first Rad, the 210, too.
But, where can I find the OEM gold hands, any help? from an AD?

OEM gold hands are pretty rare and carry a hefty premium. Last set I saw went for $350!!!!!

There is a very good non-OEM options out there.

heart82 · 23 June 2011, 06:23 AM

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There is a very good non-OEM options out there.

Thank you, Mik

I just checked on eBay, and saw quite a few out there.
I guess the big difference between OEM and non OEM is the quality of the lume.
And, of course the price!

mfer · 23 June 2011, 06:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by heart82

Thank you, Mik

I just checked on eBay, and saw quite a few out there.
I guess the big difference between OEM and non OEM is the quality of the lume.
And, of course the price!

I didn't get mine off ebay! ;-)

I have c3 super lume. I can honestly not tell the difference.

Here is a lume test... I laid the hands I was going to put on my 210 on top of the 210. They were still wrapped in plastic.

heart82 · 23 June 2011, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mfer

I didn't get mine off ebay! ;-)

I have c3 super lume. I can honestly not tell the difference.

Here is a lume test... I laid the hands I was going to put on my 210 on top of the 210. They were still wrapped in plastic.

Wow, that's awesome lume...
I'll take the one you have, please!

I'll do more intensive search that's not eBay then...I think it's gonna take me awhile.

mfer · 23 June 2011, 07:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by heart82

Wow, that's awesome lume...
I'll take the one you have, please!

I'll do more intensive search that's not eBay then...I think it's gonna take me awhile.

PM Sent

heart82 · 23 June 2011, 07:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mfer

PM Sent

Thank you...

Shade · 23 June 2011, 09:48 AM

Even with the oem premium, the price is still less than a 232 lol..

Shade · 24 June 2011, 12:52 AM

I took one more look and I gave in..

ocwatching · 24 June 2011, 03:14 AM

Congrats! Nice call...something about the 47mm/brown dial/ simple historic dial...

Good call! Huge congrats!

Now you got 2 of the special Rads in Panerai history! I need to follow your footsteps!

Watchdog · 24 June 2011, 08:26 AM

Sounds good.

Shade · 24 June 2011, 10:58 AM

Thanks guys! I actually like this one more than the cali!

mfer · 24 June 2011, 11:03 AM

Wow! I missed this. congrats big time man!

heart82 · 24 June 2011, 11:21 AM

haha...Big congrats to you, Norman!...she's a real beauty!

Hope your friend finds the box and papers soon.

21 June 2011, 12:36 PM	#1
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	PAM 232.. to buy or not to buy? I was offered by friend this limited edition of Panerai, 232. It's in PRISNTINE condition. However, my friend here, is a dork. He misplaced all the boxes and papers. And I KNOW he misplaced it, because at the time of purchase, I was there with him. I tried ransacking his room and couldn't find the box. Neither could he. So, he's asking for 7.5k USD for it, as is. If he finds the box he'll give it to me. You think it's a good buy? __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

21 June 2011, 02:00 PM	#4
fc3s2k "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Barry Location: california Watch: OFFICINE PANERAI Posts: 1,289	Do it!!!!! __________________

21 June 2011, 02:16 PM	#5
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	That sounds like a definite buy to me. __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

21 June 2011, 02:49 PM	#6
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	I tend to think the going rate of the 232 is about $8K. some of the big internet grays want close to $10K but I think it can be had for around $8K complete... so your friend is giving you a great deal (if he can find the papers..) I used to be more of a 45mm guy, but with the addition of the Cali, I would have to say, the 232 is worth picking up...hell..I may just pick one up to complete the Rad collection...LOL..then again..you already got the Cali as well..mind as well complete it... good luck! __________________ too much into watches...

22 June 2011, 12:53 AM	#10
mmancari "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: MichaelMancari Location: Los Angeles Watch: Ap Diver 5513Rolex Posts: 119	buy It's a buy! The lowest I've seen without papers was $6800 but, not knowing the sealer made it a pass. You know the watch. The box might reappear .... buy buy buy

21 June 2011, 12:51 PM	#2
heart82 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: near my PAM Watch: P-A-M. Posts: 146	Shade, The going rate for 232 is around $10K, Isn't It? No B&P for $7500----Hmmm...I'm interesting! IMO...I think It's a deal! And, If he found the box & papers, IF HE FOUND, he gonna give it to you too, right? and for how much more?

21 June 2011, 10:02 PM	#7
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Buy it--it's a deal...

21 June 2011, 11:34 PM	#9
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	it is very good price, then again, with Panerai limited piece, you'd really want to have all boxes and papers, especially the scroll - unless you know 120% that this is going to be a keeper or you dont care if you have to sell it in the future for "even less" $$$. had a chance of picking up a LNIB 232 last year, but the dealer did not have the scroll and have promised to keep on looking for it, so they can send it to me . i told them to give me a call when they have everything for me..... that was almost 12 months ago

22 June 2011, 01:12 AM	#11
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Go for it!!!

22 June 2011, 02:11 AM	#12
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	232 is a great watch and one I have my eye on. Maybe I'll have one soon!... __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

22 June 2011, 11:07 AM	#13
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Okay, I think I will grab this deal and seal it! I cant believe the enthusiasm for this reference you guys have! You all are getting me really excited! __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

22 June 2011, 11:38 AM	#14
Trailblazer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Cab Location: A small world Watch: es Posts: 776	Its a deal for me !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

22 June 2011, 01:46 PM	#15
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,609

23 June 2011, 02:04 AM	#16
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Im actually having some doubts now. Checking up on my california, the 47mm size is quite large on my wrist. It actually sits from edge to edge on mine. I spoke privately with Mik and his idea of putting gold hands on the 210 is actually brilliant. Yes I dont get the tobacco dial nor the limited edition nature of it, but Id get to wear it more often I think.. Hmm decisions decisions.. Not to mention the 210 plus gold hands combo works out at a friendlier price too.. __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

23 June 2011, 09:48 AM	#24
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Even with the oem premium, the price is still less than a 232 lol.. __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

24 June 2011, 12:52 AM	#25
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	I took one more look and I gave in.. __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

24 June 2011, 03:14 AM	#26
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	Congrats! Nice call...something about the 47mm/brown dial/ simple historic dial... Good call! Huge congrats! Now you got 2 of the special Rads in Panerai history! I need to follow your footsteps!

24 June 2011, 08:26 AM	#27
Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,822	Sounds good.

24 June 2011, 10:58 AM	#28
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Thanks guys! I actually like this one more than the cali! __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

24 June 2011, 11:03 AM	#29
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Wow! I missed this. congrats big time man! __________________ member#3242

24 June 2011, 11:21 AM	#30
heart82 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: near my PAM Watch: P-A-M. Posts: 146	haha...Big congrats to you, Norman!...she's a real beauty! Hope your friend finds the box and papers soon.

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