I met him a couple of times. He was what I call a "no nonsense" man. Last time we met, at a Florence function, I tried on the Panerai Due he was wearing in exchange for my 373. The Due was officially presented later THAT evening. R.I.P. Signor Bonati
This is a sad time for family and loved ones. May you all find peace and solace in your loss. However, let us remember that Bonati took the brand to both heights and lows (318-Brooklyn Bridge). He had a love hate relationship with the brand he was entrust...
Panerai is probably the brand that introduced me into watch collecting. Still remember meeting him at the Beau Rivage in Neuchatel - what an amazing legacy. Will be wearing this to honour his memory... ...