Panerai PAM 195 PVD Luminor Marina Paneristi 2003 Special Edition 200 Pieces

Panerai PAM 195 - PVD Luminor Marina'Paneristi' 2003 Special Edition. Made in Only 200 Pieces - each piece has collectors' name on Caseback & Paperwork. 100% Complete with everything as received brand new direct from Panerai and as pictured. 44mm, PVD coated Luminor case. 200 piece special edition, made in 2003.

The Story Behind This Watch. This is a daily worn and much loved example of a Panerai Paneristi Collector Edition PVD Luminor Marina. This watch comes complete with everything as received from Panerai. Released in 2003'by Subscription only' - The PAM 195 Paneristi PVD Luminor Marina was the first watch released by Panerai (since being acquired by Richemont circa 1995) to feature the Panerai Pre-Vendome'OP Arrows' Logo. This Dial adorning the OP arrows logo just above 6;00 hour marker was in homage to the original Pre Vendome Luminor Base, Ref 5218-201/A.

Additionally, the PAM 195 Paneristi watch was the first PVD Luminor watch to be released by Panerai since announcing the discontinuing of their PVD models after the C series (2000 Production Year). Interestingly, Panerai re-released the PAM 26 PVD Destro and the PAM28 PVD Power Reserve in subsequent release years after the release of this watch, but make no mistake, the PAM 195 was the first re-released PVD model circa 2003.

The PAM 195 caused tremendous controversy and resentment - over 5000 people submitted their name to be'selected' to receive 1 of the 200 units reserved officially for Paneristi aka Panerai Enthusiasts. Panerai vetted each name to make sure none where known'flippers' or dealers and that only the purest and most dedicated of the Panerai enthusiasts would receive one of these watches which would come with the collectors name on the caseback. The name on the back of this watch is'A Alvarez' and that name matches the name on the sticker on the box set and the Special Edition Certificate. Due to their creation specifically for, and ownership by, some of the most dedicated Panerai collectors in the world, PAM 195 pieces rarely come up for sale.

Features the iconic 44mm Luminor case with black PVD coating factory applied by Panerai. The drawback of PVD coating is that when it comes into contact with another surface, it will tend to scratch off and show the stainless steel finish underneath.

The upside is that marks on the PVD coating are worn like war wounds and no 2 PVD watches look exactly alike. You can tell this watch was well worn from the visible signs of wear in the PVD coating. (not unlike the patina so many new watches try to create). Best of all, this crazy collectible and rare Panerai is (Time CAPSULE) Complete - Panerai did not disappoint in the packaging department! Paneristi is the name of the dedicated Panerai forum online, and was one of the first online communities to be noticed by the brand they so admired.

Obtaining a PAM 195 was no easy feat, as it involved applying for the piece and being selected by the moderators of the forum AND the brand itself! Each one of the 200 lucky collector would then be presented with a personalized PAM 195, with their name engraved on the case back and becoming part of the provenance of the watch itself.

Item is available for in-person inspection/pick-up in the Ft. Contact me with any questions.

OJ Whatley (founder of Watch-U-Want, now watchbox). Check out my new company SecondTime Hollywood, FL 33021. The item "Panerai PAM 195 PVD Luminor Marina Paneristi 2003 Special Edition 200 Pieces" is in sale since Monday, February 17, 2020. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Watches, Parts & Accessories\Watches\Wristwatches".

The seller is "oj_secondtime" and is located in Hollywood, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Model: PAM195
Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
Watch Shape: Round
UPC: Does not apply
Department: Men
Case Color: Black
Certificate: Yes
Original Packaging Description: With Box
Seller's Warranty: Yes
Type of Certificate: Certificate of Origin
Caseback: Screwback Case
With Booklet: Yes
Case Material: PVD Coated
Dial Style: Seconds Sub-Dial
Movement: Manual Winding
With Original Packaging: Yes
Type: Wristwatch
Year Manufactured: 2000-2009
Reference Number: Does not apply
Dial Color: Black
Display: Analog
Lug Width: 24 mm
Brand: Panerai