rkdk Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Hi guys. Ive been offered a gen 009 b at around 10.000$ Its seems in pretty good shape, but obviously not completely new. It has the L swiss L, but i dont know if that makes a difference. What do you guys think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormTooper4 Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Do you really think its 10k worth of watch over your current 009, you probably have a better dial on that, L Swiss L on a B doesn't exactly scream bargain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkdk Posted April 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Well, i do have a 009 rep, and off course its never "worth" the 10.000$ if you look at it from a rep vs gen perspective. I just happen to have the money, and i always liked the watch. Figured it might be a good investment, and a joy to own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormTooper4 Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 I agree 009 is a sweet watch and a rare bird indeed. But I think I'd need to look in to the dial a bit. Shouldn't a B series be a T swiss T ? My A 028 is a T swiss made T. Did they change the 009? Have you got any pictures ? I think that's an A but its T at least. Honestly I dont think an L swiss L is that great but if you like it then go for it . They seem to command 20K + if not more I think I saw some on the bay for 50+ so 10k does look good value Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 B was a transitional serial range between T and L dials; either could be correct. Also, some T dials could theoretically have been replaced with an L during service as well... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkdk Posted April 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Pics are here. Sorry for the attachment, i dont know how to upload the otherwise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 I don't know what it is, but I just love the patina'd look of original, 11 year old PVD that's seen some action... Lots of character in that wear, and ages more gracefully than polished steel... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormTooper4 Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Pics are here. Sorry for the attachment, i dont know how to upload the otherwise. Sure is a good looking watch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkdk Posted April 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 I don't know what it is, but I just love the patina'd look of original, 11 year old PVD that's seen some action... Lots of character in that wear, and ages more gracefully than polished steel... yeah, me too. It looks absolutely great with the tan strap too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 I had always thought a typical 9B L went for $7,500 - $8,500 but my info is probably dated. I do know of a t-dial B that recently traded just north of $15k. In any case it does look great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 For 10k I think it is a smart investment. I purchased a no date Submariner last year for 3.2k on a similar whim; I had the money and thought why not. I took it into a local AD and had it serviced, cleaned, and polished and kept the receipt. I recently sold the watch for 4k. I spent a total of 3.5k, but came out of the deal $500 richer not to mention wearing the watch to one wedding, and a handful of other affairs. Best of luck with the purchase! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swdivad Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 sweet watch ... panerai prices are fvcking ridiculous... But if you like it, go for it, cuz you'll always be able to recoup your 10k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HauteHippie Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 I'd opt for a T dial without question. But that's just my $0.02. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishgodeep Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Sweet watch indeed but $10K sounds top dollar ?- It would need to be near mint and totally complete set for it to appreciate properly as a collectors item....but that's just my $0.02 All that said ...if you want it and have got the money then just do it Good luck FGD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member X Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 sweet watch ... panerai prices are fvcking ridiculous... But if you like it, go for it, cuz you'll always be able to recoup your 10k +1 on that lol As long as it's all gen, all the papers are there etc etc, why not go for it if you have the money - you can always sell it again later if needs be! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babola Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Not bad at all for a 009B-L, although it's still a lot of money for such a watch. I agree with others, Panerai pricing in general is out of kilt, for not so rational reasons but hey, it's all driven by a WIS and collectors hype isn't it We've seen it all before with other watch brands and Panerai isn't an exception, unfortunately. You may want to consider a PVD Marina model from the same series as well, 004B-L which is currently being offered on Paneristi sale board for about the same price or less by a member called Max. Check it out if you like this one more than a base and if you can bear dealing with annoying and obnoxious character like Max. Good luck. cheers! b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star69 Posted April 10, 2010 Report Share Posted April 10, 2010 Check it out if you like this one more than a base and if you can bear dealing with annoying and obnoxious character like Max. Good luck. cheers! b outch ! back to topic - for the L-dials these prices are i dont think anybody who can think somehow straigt will pay 10000 - maybe in 10 years ? cheers, Frank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babola Posted April 10, 2010 Report Share Posted April 10, 2010 outch ! back to topic - for the L-dials these prices are Oh I could go on about him, no probs ;-) We've had few head on collisions over there in the past at the time I used to post on 'risti more frequently (under different member handle, of course ) Life's good... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swdivad Posted April 10, 2010 Report Share Posted April 10, 2010 As soon as someone buys the 9b for 10k... everyone will follow and get their panties in a bunch whenever a 9BL comes out, and the flippers will raise the price to 13k.... and someone will buy it at that price too... This is why we're all in this situation now.... greed promoting greed. I'll stick to reps and frankens from now on for these stupidly priced gens... I'm outta there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkdk Posted April 11, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2010 Well, ive always wanted this watch. Its a holy grail for me. The 009 is what panerais are all about. Stealth, industrial and that beautiful simple dial makes it such a stunning watch. I have the 004, 009, 026, 028 and the 195 in reps, and ive never been quite satisfied. The pvd is always a bit of and so on. Since i have the money, and my birthday is coming up, ive decided to go for it. Im going to see the watch on wednesday and decide from there. Im going to try and get the price down a bit, but all in all i think im getting it. These are so rarely for sale, and last time i saw one, it was snatched up in no time. You might wanna watch the for sale section soon. There might be a bunch of pvd panerais coming up for sale, Ha Ha. Anyways i really apreciate you guys venting your opinions about the watch. There is just so much knowledge here, and im thrilled to be part of this forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkdk Posted April 11, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2010 Funny enough. A matching watch just came up on paneristi. Its in sweden, and the guy wants 9900 euro for it. The pvd is in better condition though, but one of the straps is missing. This deal seems better and better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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