The Most Important Panerai You've Never Heard Of

Are you curious about vintage watches? Trying to learn more about Panerai's watch history?
In this video we're sharing a first look at a vintage Panerai watch never seen by the public - the Pre-Vendome 209 originally owned by Panerai's CEO.
A historically important watch that represents both Panerai's history and future, this vintage sports watch from the 1990s is pure Panerai magic. George and Elizabeth explain the thorough authentication process for a vintage watch such as this, and even share the unique paperwork that first made them question the legitimacy.
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[@realalexmackenzie]

Outstanding! I currently have 9 Panerai in the watchbox, so I'm definitely a fan. I'm sure I could make room in the watchbox for #10 for this piece of Panerai history. :)

[@mattshafran1415]

More panerai content! You guys are great and we really appreciate the wealth of knowledge you possess re: panerai. Would love more videos like “crafting 5 essential panerai’s to collect (post V).” Etc. Thanks again!

[@bigbrotherwatchesdannyboy306]

I love Panerai so much!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@jeffd4026]

Super cool! Great job you two. Would be cool to throw in some of the backstory on how Oliver started as a Panerai distributor.I know he was an early on boarder with Panerai, would be fun to hear more! Keep up the great work!

[@deltropico7]

Great video, thanks!!!

[@mikeshandling8074]

Wow, what a great watch!! Nice presentation you two👍👍

[@WatchesbyOliverSmithJeweler]

Thanks for watching Mike!

[@pssst_cute]

I have 1 panerai the black 1 and brown strap... Its so beautiful...my friends always asking me how much i dont know because my uncle just gave it to me..❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@JosephTejero]

It was in 1997 not 1998 when the brand became part of the Richemont Group (then Vendôme Group). That post-it note does not look it came from Panerai. FYI, only a total of 12 of the 5218-209 models were ever made.

[@OliverSmithJeweler]

Correct the post-it note came from the original owner of the watch, Dino Zei. On the back of the watch it says the watch was one of 12, plus one for a prototype

[@jakewalden771]

Really like clean an organic and that we know in love in class Crescent cover that we know in love and we know in love it

[@PaoloZucchetti]

wow

[@WatchesbyOliverSmithJeweler]

Right? Thanks for watching!