Officine Panerai

I already wrote a review on the Panerai PAM 5218, as soon as it was officially announced and shared my passion for this watch with you. Seeing it on line is one thing, being able to handle it and to see it in person is another thing, most of you know that...  

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Looks like a Sub Marine instrument.

This contrast between white writings, orange indexs and black case, whaou

Just one. This 5218, or 249, or 520, or 192 😛

372, 5218, 249

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Enjoy! Best, Emmanuel

It’s probably the best they made since 15 - 20 years or so….. IF you like Panerai for what it should be. Simple, clean,… I’m not interested in exotic materials nor complications when looking at Panerai, and. If one shares this opinion….. you’ll love it ... 

This is it Nicolas. This is why I also love Panerai, but only very specific Panerai references, the ones that embody your quote above. Glad to hear you are enjoying this one, and yes of course 44mm beats out the traditional 47mm for every day practicality... 

I hadn't realized you had got one, so it shot to the top of the must have list! I am fascinated by the font and thickness of indices which look fantastic. My only minor gripe is that the hour and minute hands can look a bit too white in strong sunlight, I... 

Yes I think it is the kind of watch that can make you fall back in love with the old days of Panerai. Wonderful.

Too many Panerai have the open back. Solid is better for this brand.

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I honestly love this watch.

What a lovely watch, as you said, it looks very easy to wear! Good to see you reunited with a brand you loved so much!! The colour scheme is quite similar to my Breitling. Best, E. ...