Reasons Why You Need to Add A Panerai To Your Collection

When you purchase a luxury watch, you are buying more than just another pricey timepiece; you are getting a handcrafted masterpiece. When you are buying a Panerai, you get a handmade masterpiece and join a long list of navy divers and elite special forces that have worn these time-honored watches. Originally made for use in deep water, these watches are a perfect mix of Italian design, Swiss technology, and a love of the sea. Here are a few more reasons why you should add a Panerai watch to your collection.

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1.Rich watchmaking history and consistency

Giovanni Panerai founded the first watchmaking shop, Officine Panerai, in Florence, Italy, in 1860 and worked there until his death. His grandson, Guido Panerai, expanded the shop to OrologeriaSvizzera. The shop also served as the city’s first watchmaking school, and as the years went by, the watchmaker established itself as a relevant player in the Swiss watchmaking industry. Even though they have gone through major changes over the years, they have remained true to their Italian roots. Over the years, the watchmakers at Panerai have maintained their identity creating the same quality timepieces.  

2.Aesthetic appeal

Panerai watches are functional timepieces created for underwater use, so most cases are large. However, they created newer models for everyday wear by making them slimmer, well-balanced with the right proportions creating a fit second to none. The watches are also versatile, lightweight, and luminescent. Panerai was the first watchmaker to create luminescent diver watches, a common feature of most Panerai timepieces.

3.A vast, diverse catalog

Panerai offers over 20 in-house movements together with a slew of movement created by third parties such as Rolex. Their watches can be divided into four major categories: Radiomir, Luminor, Luminor Due, and the Submersible. The Radiomir range included some of the earlies pieces ever made. These models are quite large and plain-faced. The Luminous were made for civilians and featured the signature crown lock. The Luminor Due models are smaller, thinner, fancier, and were made in response to a demand for smaller, more feminine watches, while the submersible range is dedicated to diving watches. There are also limited-edition watches for those die-hard Panerai fans.

4.Easily personalized

Unlike other watches, Panerai offers a wide range of straps made from different materials and colors so you can truly make your Panerai watch your own. From NATO inspired straps to alligator, rubber, or even fabric straps, Panerai has a wide catalog to suit every mood and occasion, making them a great accessory for any look. The quick-release feature added to the watches makes it even easier to swap straps, eliminating any special tools; just apply a bit of pressure on the back of the case and switch straps.

Initially made for the Italian military, Panerai watches are renowned for their unparalleled legibility and luminosity in the dark. They combined Italian flair for design with a rich Swiss history of horological expertise to create a range of functional underwater tools and statement accessories.