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Re: Panerai also uses the 7750 for its luminor

: Hi

: I have to agree with John about Breitlings. But
: do not forget that panerai use the 7750 as
: the base movement for its luminor automatic
: models and they charge near $ 5000 for them.
: Panerai is the same thing than breiltling an
: uber ridiculously large watch with a
: rebadged eta but not something that equals a
: rolex, a vintage Omega or a watch fitted
: with a piguet or a lemania movement. Panerai
: is fashion not quality.

Agreed. That's why I ultimately decided not to buy a Panerai. Even Panerai lovers on the forums will tell you it's all about the look, not the hardware inside.

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