Officine Panerai

Issued in 2017 in a limited edition of 1000 pieces, this 47 mm Radiomir in steel is eye catching, with only one flaw, in my opinion, its 30 meters water resistant case... This dial is mesmerizing. Strangely, we don't often see it, here... Best, Nicolas ...  

Also, the crown and curvature of the case side catch my eye.

It's quite handsome. What is the story behind the shape and inscription of the bezel?

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with left-over parts from the production of the so-called 'transitional' 3646 with Angelus 240 movements (the very first watches to feature 'Luminor' dials). There are two original pieces, one in the Panerai archives and one in a private collection. The t...  

I’m going to read again now!! Best, Abel

The 685/687 are some of the most compact 47 radiomirs however only 30m WR which has been my biggest gripe, otherwise I would have probably got a 685, they often trade at a discount over here.

...That the 30m water resistance was a historical nod to the original watches. And that the WR might more than what is stated. I emphasize "speculating," I don't think I've ever seen this confirmed.

I have never owned a Panerai and I have never had a 47mm watch. Biggest for me was a 45mm UN. How does it wear? Just sounds big.

I always liked this one as I think the dial is just amazing and I also really like the engraved bezel which I know not everyone does. Marc

This seems to happen often 😆 ...  

I don't wear it much since it is big and i would hate to hit it against something. The quality seems really nice.

gave this model any though. I like it, to be sure, it has historical lineage but, I was done with the 1000Pcs Unique Editions.

… it seems to be ignored by Paneristi. It is not often shown in IG as a matter of fact. The Depth Resistance is truly surprising in this watch. I remember I dared to swim in the sea with it just a few days after taking delivery of it but I felt completely...