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30 June 2013, 12:56 AM | #1 |
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Stripped lugs an issue?
Hey guys, in my search for my next Panerai, I saw a 127 for sale with a stripped lug screw (great price if you can repair it, replace the case cheaply, or live with the damage) . I'm no stranger to Panerai screws, having owned many such cases, but the new quick change system on my 233 has spoiled me. I don't recall having any problems when I owned screwed cases but I always backed it out CCW before tightening and a quality screwdriver IS A MUST. Have you had or heard of many issues with screw holes? It won't dissuade me from getting one but I thought it was a good topic to review.
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30 June 2013, 03:09 AM | #2 |
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No problems with my 422 but I am very careful. I personally would not buy a watch with stripped lugs.
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30 June 2013, 06:45 AM | #3 |
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I don't see the value in a Panerai watch that has the stripped lug screw.......
To replace the case would be extremely expensive.......and I would also wonder what else was neglected by the previous owner(s). Elliot |
1 July 2013, 08:16 AM | #4 |
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All depends on the price, maybe use spring bars and save some cash.
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1 July 2013, 08:19 AM | #5 |
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Can you send it to the factory to fix. Solder the hole and re tap it.
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1 July 2013, 09:28 AM | #6 | |
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Not really
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Kiy : I'd stay away from the watch unless it's a low dollar model, and you can get cheaply ( like 30%-40% off ) |
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2 July 2013, 07:04 PM | #7 |
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mike, you're not going to be happy with a defective lug, even if there is a work-around. unless the discount covers the cost of a new case (which i imagine it doesn't), i would stay away and get a pristine example. with the 127, no reason to not aim for the best.
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