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Ntogrady · 6 September 2013, 01:53 AM

I do not know a whole lot about Panerai and have been doing some research on the brand. While doing my research, I see that at least the 184 and 242 have a JLC movement. What are the thoughts on the JLC movement? Will the limited number of timepieces with this movement, OPXIII I think, make them more collectible or more valuable?

kilyung · 6 September 2013, 02:05 AM

I'm a HUGE JLC fan. IMO no brand mass manufactures complicated movements better than JLC. They're often referred to as the "watchmaker's watchmaker" because they've supplied so many movements to other brands. In fact, I believe they're on record as having the most in-house movements of any manufacture. So the JLC movements in the 184/242 will hold up very well.

Having said that, those particular models have never been very popular amongst the 'Risti. As such I doubt they'll ever be collectible. If I had to bank on a collectible Panerai with JLC movement, it'd be the 190.

Ntogrady · 6 September 2013, 02:26 AM

I don't know if its founded or not, but for some reason, when I see a Panerai with a JLC movement I mentally feel like it is somehow a "better" watch. Not that there is anything wrong with ETA powered panerai.

Cru Jones · 6 September 2013, 02:27 AM

190 is the way to go here.

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Originally Posted by Ntogrady

I don't know if its founded or not, but for some reason, when I see a Panerai with a JLC movement I mentally feel like it is somehow a "better" watch. Not that there is anything wrong with ETA powered panerai.

JLC makes a great movement for sure. as far as panerai goes, though, pedigree of movement isn't "everything", as most would say fans would say that a 184 or a 242 aren't very good representations of the brand. that being said, i'm sure they are great watches.

mfer · 6 September 2013, 05:39 AM

The problem with the 184 and 242 is the dial IMHO. I've handled both and the dial doesn't draw you in. Also the 24hr GMT hand is locked in (can't set independently) and you must you the internal bezel to adjust the second time zone.

190 is the JLC movement you want! ;-)

Ntogrady · 6 September 2013, 06:04 AM

I love the power reserve indicator! The 190 is really growing on me!!

6 September 2013, 01:53 AM	#1
Ntogrady "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Camarillo Posts: 40	PAM 184 and 242 I do not know a whole lot about Panerai and have been doing some research on the brand. While doing my research, I see that at least the 184 and 242 have a JLC movement. What are the thoughts on the JLC movement? Will the limited number of timepieces with this movement, OPXIII I think, make them more collectible or more valuable?

6 September 2013, 05:39 AM	#5
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,723	The problem with the 184 and 242 is the dial IMHO. I've handled both and the dial doesn't draw you in. Also the 24hr GMT hand is locked in (can't set independently) and you must you the internal bezel to adjust the second time zone. 190 is the JLC movement you want! ;-) __________________ member#3242

6 September 2013, 02:05 AM	#2
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,870	I'm a HUGE JLC fan. IMO no brand mass manufactures complicated movements better than JLC. They're often referred to as the "watchmaker's watchmaker" because they've supplied so many movements to other brands. In fact, I believe they're on record as having the most in-house movements of any manufacture. So the JLC movements in the 184/242 will hold up very well. Having said that, those particular models have never been very popular amongst the 'Risti. As such I doubt they'll ever be collectible. If I had to bank on a collectible Panerai with JLC movement, it'd be the 190.

6 September 2013, 02:26 AM	#3
Ntogrady "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Camarillo Posts: 40	I don't know if its founded or not, but for some reason, when I see a Panerai with a JLC movement I mentally feel like it is somehow a "better" watch. Not that there is anything wrong with ETA powered panerai.

6 September 2013, 06:04 AM	#6
Ntogrady "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Camarillo Posts: 40	I love the power reserve indicator! The 190 is really growing on me!!

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