Lot 535

Panerai, "Luminor Marina", Movement No. 3126, Case No. 0153, Millesimation No. 0153/200, Ref. 5218-203/A, Cal. UT-6497, 44 x 53 mm, circa 1994
A heavy military-type diving "Pre-vendôme" wristwatch with auxiliary seconds, made in a limited edition of only 200 pieces - with original mahogany box, original certificate and two spare leather straps
Case: steel with PVD finish, steel screw back, winding crown guard. Dial: black. Movm.: bridge movement, Glucydur balance.
Watches dating from the "rebirth" of the brand in 1993 to its acquisition in 1997 are usually referred to as "pre-Vendôme".
Panerai is the only water-resistant military wristwatch which can be wound under water.
Because of their robust design and the remarkable crown guard the Panerei watches rank among the most sought-after watches in the world.