what the heck happened to Panerai resale?

[RedBaronF2001]

Originally Posted by stusrt

I just caught this - what is the 318 fiasco?

The 318 is a boutique only model (NYC) and it's effectively a 000 with a pretty caseback. One unlucky owner had the pleasure of discovering a very poorly finished movement when having the case opened that was an embarrassment to the owner and to Officine Panerai. I believe Panerai rectified the issue, but who knows how many other movements left their manufacturing facility this way.

You can do a quick search to see photos of the movement.