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THE FURY · 16 July 2018, 12:55 PM

Hello all,

I’ve been bitten by the Panerai bug, specifically the 1499. I have not been able to locate any on the secondary market and am wondering is that because the white dial Panerai are not popular or because those that own them, keep them. For those of you that own one, would be interested in your thoughts.

Saoirse32 · 16 July 2018, 03:02 PM

I would say, both. I love mine and it was my first PAM. Couldn’t see myself selling and I knew it was not the popular choice, especially for a first one.

Ruud Van Driver · 16 July 2018, 03:49 PM

Not normally a first choice but if you love the piece then knock yourself out and be happy.

What I would say though is try and get a new piece but shop around and get the best deal you can. I would hope for about 20% discount if you're in the right place at the right time. Good luck

THE FURY · 17 July 2018, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Ruud Van Driver

Not normally a first choice but if you love the piece then knock yourself out and be happy.

What I would say though is try and get a new piece but shop around and get the best deal you can. I would hope for about 20% discount if you're in the right place at the right time. Good luck

Really difficult in Montreal, you have to add 15% sales tax, typically a discount will cover the taxes in my experience with the AD. Thank you for the advice though, will have a better idea in negotiating!!

THE FURY · 17 July 2018, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Saoirse32

I would say, both. I love mine and it was my first PAM. Couldn’t see myself selling and I knew it was not the popular choice, especially for a first one.

That’s what I wanted to hear, the no regret part. Enjoy!!

nick c · 17 July 2018, 01:15 AM

Give Panerai in Yorkdale in Toronto a call, maybe they will find you one.

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THE FURY · 17 July 2018, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by nick c

Give Panerai in Yorkdale in Toronto a call, maybe they will find you one.

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I prefer the secondary market for Panerai for obvious reasons. Going new, I could buy locally. Regardless thank you for the info. I usually bug JJ at the IWC boutique in Yorkdale. Cheers.

Cru Jones · 17 July 2018, 08:09 AM

Nothing beats buying what you want, so, I wouldn’t worry about what’s supposedly “popular”. Good luck with the hunt!

THE FURY · 17 July 2018, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Nothing beats buying what you want, so, I wouldn’t worry about what’s supposedly “popular”. Good luck with the hunt!

I agree with you, it’s just that finding this watch on the secondary market has not been easy, hence the question of possible reasons such as popularity, etc.

Cru Jones · 17 July 2018, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by THE FURY

I agree with you, it’s just that finding this watch on the secondary market has not been easy, hence the question of possible reasons such as popularity, etc.

DavidSW could probably track one down for you at a good price.

CoveWatch · 31 July 2018, 04:09 AM

1499 was my first Pam also.. not the typical first choice as many have mentioned but it’s great with different color straps

Jay knowles · 1 August 2018, 06:54 AM

Sounds like it may be quite a popular first choice. It was also my first Pam and I enjoy it, especially all the strap changing. Jay

Uppersouth · 1 August 2018, 02:49 PM

1499 is my first and only PAM so far. I’ve absolutely loved it!

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THE FURY · 5 August 2018, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Uppersouth

1499 is my first and only PAM so far. I’ve absolutely loved it!

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Very nice!!

16 July 2018, 12:55 PM	#1
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16 July 2018, 03:02 PM	#2
Saoirse32 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 1,063	I would say, both. I love mine and it was my first PAM. Couldn’t see myself selling and I knew it was not the popular choice, especially for a first one. __________________ PANERAI Luminor 8 Days GMT “Dot” Dial (PAM00233) PANERAI Submersible (PAM01055) PANERAI Radiomir (PAM01385) ROLEX Sea-Dweller Mk1 (126600) ROLEX DeepSea D-Blue (136660) OMEGA Speedmaster “Silver Snoopy Award” (310.32.42.50.02.001) OMEGA Seamaster Diver 300M 75th Anniversary (210.30.42.20.03.003) IWC Chronograph Top Gun Edition “Woodland” (IW389106)

16 July 2018, 03:49 PM	#3
Ruud Van Driver "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chopped Liver Location: S. Wales Valleys Watch: Mickey Mouse Posts: 9,926	Not normally a first choice but if you love the piece then knock yourself out and be happy. What I would say though is try and get a new piece but shop around and get the best deal you can. I would hope for about 20% discount if you're in the right place at the right time. Good luck __________________ 116520 Black, 116610 LVc, 116660 D-Blue, 116610 LNc, 116622 Blue, PAM359, PAM689, PAM737 *"Why should you allow an AD to shake you down, just so you can buy a watch" - Grady Philpott* Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

1 August 2018, 02:49 PM	#13
Uppersouth 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Lee Location: Kentucky Watch: SWISS Posts: 1,562	1499 is my first and only PAM so far. I’ve absolutely loved it! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. -ROBERT FROST

17 July 2018, 01:15 AM	#6
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Give Panerai in Yorkdale in Toronto a call, maybe they will find you one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

17 July 2018, 08:09 AM	#8
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,273	Nothing beats buying what you want, so, I wouldn’t worry about what’s supposedly “popular”. Good luck with the hunt!

31 July 2018, 04:09 AM	#11
CoveWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 4,535	1499 was my first Pam also.. not the typical first choice as many have mentioned but it’s great with different color straps

1 August 2018, 06:54 AM	#12
Jay knowles "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Uk Posts: 38	Sounds like it may be quite a popular first choice. It was also my first Pam and I enjoy it, especially all the strap changing. Jay

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