Need your help wit this vintage unicorn

[Eldad]

This watch was given to my grandfather as a gift by an Egyptian navy soldier in the 70's. There is a chance that it is the GPF 2/56. All signs point to yes but we are unable to open the case. The screws are probably rusty.












Ap 26315 panda - Ap code 11.59 - pp5167A - Daytona 116520 balck dial - 116520 white aph dial - daytona - 116500ln - Ap 15720 green khaki- submariner 1680 mark II

[Bubblebobble2]

for me, personally, it’s fake

[Andad]

And throw that screwdriver in the bin.

[Eldad]

Originally Posted by Andad

And throw that screwdriver in the bin.

Hahahaha It’s just for pictures
Didn’t even think to touch with


Ap 26315 panda - Ap code 11.59 - pp5167A - Daytona 116520 balck dial - 116520 white aph dial - daytona - 116500ln - Ap 15720 green khaki- submariner 1680 mark II

[Cassidyanne]

If it’s real, it’s worth some serious money.

[tedo]

You should ask this guy:

https://instagram.com/perezcope?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

[Cassidyanne]

Check it out…..

https://www.watches24seven.com/paner...irca-1956-175/

[rajurama]

Just get in touch with Panerai they will guide you if its worth anything.

[sinkholeninja]

Originally Posted by rajurama

Just get in touch with Panerai they will guide you if its worth anything.

I disagree. His best bet is a vintage dealer, or better yet Perezcope.

[sinkholeninja]

Originally Posted by tedo

You should ask this guy:

https://instagram.com/perezcope?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

This 👆🏻

[z_charger]

I will second Perezscope. If you are a podcast person, check out "Rico's Podcast," there are two separate episodes where Perezscope discusses Panerai, its history, and that particular watch. He has also written a number of articles which you can find easily online.

If real, you have a treasure that is extremely valuable. Best of luck, and please keep us updated. Just out of curiosity, what is the case size?

[rootbeer7]

I’ve messaged Jose (Perezcope). If real, this is an extraordinary piece of history.

[sinkholeninja]

Important update: if this is a genuine article than it’s even more special than I initially thought. I consulted my copy of the Panerai bible “Panerai Una Storia Italiana” and it appears that GPF 2/56 with the “Luminor” inscription on the dial are late and rare examples in the production sequence. A total of 100 GPF 2/56 watches were commissioned by the Egyptian navy, out of which ~50 were produced and delivered, most with the “Radiomir” inscription instead of “Luminor” on the dial. It is unclear how many “Luminor” examples were made out of those 50.

I’ll post some pictures from the book a bit later.

[sinkholeninja]

As promised, here are the pictures from the book:

[sinkholeninja]

A few more:

[1William]

Looking forward to seeing the outcome on the watch. Hope it is the real deal.

[RW16610]

Very cool! I'm interested to see the outcome and hope that it's favourable.

[Little machines]

I agree an outcome for the positive would be great !! Good luck!

[emtee]

Interested to see how this one turns out!

[stormshadow]

Very nice piece if it’s legit. Here’s to hoping so!

[Contrarian_Dan]

That's a very cool piece of history you have there.

[sinkholeninja]

OP, any update?

[CarlOver]

I too am interested.

[greybeard86]

That is a beauty.. Panerai vintage.

[z_charger]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

I’ve messaged Jose (Perezcope). If real, this is an extraordinary piece of history.

Did he respond?

[htc8p]

looks very nice. have it checked better yet bring it to firenze office. have a good feeling about that

[samsmart]

What a find if authentic. Cool story also.


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[Cassidyanne]

OP disappeared, obviously, trolling