Why customers love Panerai?

The Panerai Submersible PAM02164 challenges conventions with its blend of contradictions. Despite its smaller size and luxurious 18K gold construction, I find it retains the essence of a robust dive watch. Their gold called GoldTech matches my expectations mixing both gloss and privacy. I know it will sound illusory not to catch eyeballs but I feel comfortable with this combo. With its 30ATM water resistance, I appreciate its distinctive style and wearability even thought shiny. The smaller case size (42mm) than regular Luminor or other Submersible offers versatility without compromising on elegance on one hand and a dive watch on the other hand (I don't dive any more btw). Its matte black dial showcases traditional Submersible features, powered by the Calibre P.900 caliber, embodying Panerai's craftsmanship.

I bought myself this PAM00111 second-hand in 2018 and since then it's been love at first sight. I love its sandwich dial, its cushion case and the crown protector. A watch on which I change the strap like I change my t-shirt as it gives it a completely different look depending on whether it's on a canvas or a nato for a more sporty look or on leather for a more elegant look.

No matter what opinion one has of this piece, one thing is for sure, it does not leave one indifferent! It is a limited edition with ecru-colored indices and an embossed dial (PAM00569). I am charmed by its very unique design, which would not be inappropriate in a Jules Verne novel. It is an almost anachronistic watch, with a very strong visual identity that immediately plunges us into a dreamlike science fiction universe. For these reasons I am still biased towards this watch which is not lacking in technical assets either: 72 hours of power reserve, a titanium case and able to survive 300m of depth, it is a real tool watch! Its size remains its main flaw, with 47mm in diameter, it can be cumbersome for long days. Its weight remains limited thanks to the titanium, and it slips easily under a shirt with its construction that refines its silhouette, which compensates for its gargantuan dimensions. I wear it with different types of bracelets, and it happily adapts to the exercise. The date at 9 o'clock is original, and the crown located on the left side avoids unpleasant contact with the wrist. This submersible Panerai is a much more comfortable watch than it seems. I always enjoy having such a different object to tell me the time, with an assumed and playful aesthetic.

This watch is for me a paradox in the collection: I am generally attracted to watches of a limited size (Maximum 40mm excluding crown), I am not at all a "Paneristi" at the base, I am more oriented Vintage (it is from 2021) ... and yet! I became attached to this watch for its "sandwich" dial, the DNA of the brand, for its 8-day manual movement (count no less than 100 turns of the crown to wind it: true!). Basically I could only appreciate this "cushion" case. Its size? Very comfortable for my 17cm wrist: the secret for this, the absence of lugs that would lengthen already large dimensions (45mm excluding crown). Let's talk about the crown: in the shape of a very well finished diamond. And finally it was the opportunity that made me take the plunge for this watch purchased from a friend. If I had to change something, I admit that I would appreciate a less imposing buckle, which is to say nitpicking! I find it very precise and very comfortable to wear with a slightly vintage look in fine and very beautiful blued needles.

Early 2000s: love at first sight on a picture in a magazine, it's a Panerai Luminor! Several points differentiate it from other timepieces: - A large diameter - A cushion-shaped case - A characteristic crown protector, also ensuring water resistance.. - A "sandwich" construction with an openwork dial at the indexes, and placed on a Superluminova disc - Water resistance to 300m for a watch without a unidirectional bezel. - Small seconds at 9 o'clock I was looking for an automatic mechanical watch, readable, robust that could accompany me in my nautical activities, with a new design. On paper, it ticks all the boxes. But, during the first try in store, the size of the watch seemed unsuitable for a 17 cm wrist... Despite this disappointment, the emotion remains present. Better still, over the course of several years of testing, it was confirmed, and the case diameter ended up appearing acceptable to me! In 2015, I broke my piggy bank and set my sights on a model with the right complications for my daily life: the PAM 321, Luminor GMT, with power reserve. Since then, it has remained the favorite in my collection!

What can I say, I have had many Swiss, German, Japanese, French chronographs but no other watches give me what my Radiomir gives off. I do not have a wrist worthy of Stallone. I have worn and still wear watches ranging from 32 to 45mm and my Radiomir remains the most comfortable to wear as it were. I love the history of this often criticized company. I like their military DNA and their case shape especially the Radiomir which reminds me of the Rolex Oyster cases which supply Panerai. The refined dial without seconds is so refined and classy. It is a new watch with each change of strap, a real treat. It is also extremely precise.

48mm ceramic case!!! Chicken wrists, move on. For the Thanos, treat yourself with this extremely simple "DOT" sandwich dial. Only a small submersible in relief at 6 o'clock disturbs the view. A manufacture caliber that is foolproof, precise and robust. A ceramic case that does not scratch. A small complication with the "Jumping hour" that allows you to easily use it while traveling. Very easy to change the bracelets. A real pleasure to wear when your wrist is over 20cm.

Panerai DNA respected for this watch: sandwich dial, cushion case and crown protector. A power reserve of more than 10 days with a very original and unique linear indicator. GMT function with its own independent hand with AM / PM indicator. Date indication and zero reset function for easy adjustment of the watch complete this beautiful piece. A pleasure to wear and an interesting power reserve when you own many watches.

The reference 372 needs no introduction, it is for many the very image of the Panerai brand. Simplicity pushed to its paroxysm, with a radical approach to the use of dial space, and such a warm contrast between the indices, the hands and the space between the two. For me this watch has absolutely no reason to work, and yet it has a phenomenal appeal, it is a lesson in design as much as an anachronistic pleasure for the eyes. Every time I put it on my wrist, I am truly amazed by this pure uninhibited beauty, and a smile appears on my face. A watch with a strong character, and which is ultimately easy to wear if you ignore its dimensions on paper.

Early 2000s: love at first sight on a picture in a magazine, it's a Panerai Luminor! Several points differentiate it from other timepieces: - A large diameter - A cushion-shaped case - A characteristic crown protector, also ensuring water resistance.. - A "sandwich" construction with an openwork dial at the indexes, and placed on a Superluminova disc - Water resistance to 300m for a watch without a unidirectional bezel. - Small seconds at 9 o'clock I was looking for an automatic mechanical watch, readable, robust that could accompany me in my nautical activities, with a new design. On paper, it ticks all the boxes. But, during the first try in store, the size of the watch seemed unsuitable for a 17 cm wrist... Despite this disappointment, the emotion remains present. Better still, over the course of several years of testing, it was confirmed, and the case diameter ended up appearing acceptable to me! In 2015, I broke my piggy bank and set my sights on a model with the ad hoc complications for my daily life: the PAM 321, Luminor GMT, with power reserve. Since then, it has remained the favorite in my collection!