Best source/s for vintage style reps?

[Saiper]

Apologies if this has been asked before. I'm wanting to branch out into Panerai, having predominantly been a collector of more modern watches. I'm trying to source a vintage style rep, something with a bit of "patina / age" to it. I have a pretty good idea of what I'm after beyond that, but finding one that meets my criteria is proving to be a challenge. Can anyone recommend someone who perhaps specialises in this area? A fellow forum member or trusted dealer preferably.

Thanks

 

[Woundup]

Reach out to black_shark - He can build you whatever style you want.

 

[johnlogan]

Reach out to black_shark - He can build you whatever style you want.

I concur !

 

[PAM_BOY]

Or KpOy on HF a real watch artist!!!
http://homage-forum.com/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=6583

 

[Lagunax]

Thrasher funny we were just talking about this last week!

Ended up commissioning River to build one of these:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1337762368...rentrq:22b78d6317a0a64d56566402fffdc21c|iid:1

Will probably hit up Black Shark in the future!

 

[Lagunax]

Will be looking for one of these in the future for sure:

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bf_WBoslXMy/

 

[Thrasher]

Now I feel Old!

 

[Saiper]

Thanks. I'll send Black_shark a message and see if he can assist

 

[granvino]

Or KpOy on HF a real watch artist!!!
http://homage-forum.com/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=6583

Yep... this is the way to go. You can actually choose the way you want your watch to look. Just be patient, he's a busy guy

 

[Lagunax]

Just ordered this from River fromHomage forums, the sandblasted welded lug case got me. Originally it was a Cali dial, but he was able to find a RP dial!

 

[Martycus]

Just ordered this from River fromHomage forums, the sandblasted welded lug case got me. Originally it was a Cali dial, but he was able to find a RP dial!

nice ... I wished Pratt was still making these. This was his #43