171 is the later model of the 124 to the best of my knowledge.

If yours is a 171 then it was missold to you, and if you are unhappy you may have a case to go back to the seller.

 

I love the watch. It's unique, just want to be sure what I have. If it's a PAM00171, that's fine. Just don't want to mis-represent it.

 

From looking at different photos online and reading a post where someone points it out, the older 124 has a brushed bezel & brushed crown guard and the 171 has polished bezel and polished crown guard.

Photo of the 124 from a reputable seller:

FSOT: Panerai Luminor - Pam 124 - Titanium - Power...

Hello all Panerai Luminor, Titanium, 40 Hour Power Reserve, 44mm Overall Condition: Mint Crystal: Has Scratches & Chips Around The Crystal Edge Reference: Pam 124 Serial: E Included: Panerai Double Box Set, Movement Sticker, COSC Certificate, Manual & Booklet (Everything Pictured)...

www.watchuseek.com

 

Thank you both for your replies. It appears mine has a brushed case with a polished bezel. It least that's what I believe I am seeing.

I love the watch. It's unique, just want to be sure what I have. If it's a PAM00171, that's fine. Just don't want to mis-represent it.

 

I'm not familiar enough with the smaller PAMs but my 126 says "hi"

It's not unusual for Panerai to change the ref. number because of a strap/bracelet. I have a 1392 that I bought the bracelet for and it magically became a 722 [emoji23]

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How many mm is that watch? Looks nearly identical. Killer look.

 

Here are some details from Watch Lounge, which I find is a great reference for Panerai;

PAM00171 Luminor Power Reserve Titanio - The Panerai Reference Database

Production years are F (2003) 300 pieces, Case number:6574, ID starts with BB, G 300 pieces, Case number:6574, ID starts with BB, H 400 pieces, Evolution: New slytech bridge, Case number:6636, ID starts with BB, I (2006) 500 pieces, Case number:6636, ID starts with BB, J 500 pieces, Evolution...

panerai.watchlounge.com

PAM00124 Luminor Power Reserve - The Panerai Reference Database

Production year is E (2002) 500 pieces, Case number:6574, ID starts with BB, with Luminova

panerai.watchlounge.com

 

Thank you again. I will check out that area. I did go to the panerai website, but not that specific area. Always looking to expand my knowledge.