Depends on whether you want as gen as possible. Do as you please and don't care what other people think of you.
I would exhibit the sh*t out of that lovely movement. 99% of this planet never heard of Panerai. Pane-what? They think Rolex and Breitling are the only luxery watch brands in the world.
I did actually met someone who knew Panerai, he thought my 253 with the rep strap was a gen and he complimented me on it. I think I sold it to you...