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Panerai SIHH 2012 Photo Report

2012-02-15T22:01:00.001+01:00

Last January I attended SIHH for the third time. And I was offered an opportunity to take photos of the new Panerai line up again - thank you OP for your time, the warm welcome and your cooperation! This was also a first time for me to meet with CEO Mr Angelo Bonati - who is a very friendly and down to earth person. And funny too, he had some great stories to share. The good folks from Richemont

Panerai PAM384 Radiomir 8 Days Ceramic

2012-02-05T16:39:00.002+01:00

The PAM384 Radiomir 8 Days Ceramic was introduced in Geneva in 2011. I did include it in my SIHH 2011 photo report, but I never posted separately about the watch. The reason being that I wasn't happy with the photos I took - I didn't see how dirty the watches were until I viewed my photos at home. Luckily there was a - very brief - opportunity to take these two photos this January when I was

The PAM372 Luminor 1950 3 Days - it's here!

2012-01-01T14:01:00.001+01:00

Introduced in January 2011 at the SIHH in Geneva, and hitting the AD's and boutiques just a few weeks before many new models will be presented at the next SIHH. The first PAM372 Luminor 1950 Days watches are being delivered to their lucky owners. A regular production base Panerai, 47mm and an in-house movement with 3 days power reserve. An instant grail to many. Much has been written about this

An opportunity to own a unique Panerai print by Eng Tay and to win a PAM390

2011-12-29T20:05:00.002+01:00

If you love Panerai, then here's your chance to own a very unique piece of art, created by well known Paneristi and New York based artist Eng Tay. Eng created a special edition print of the sought after Panerai PAM360. All the funds raised will benefit the Mulliganeers, who help the families of children in sickness and in need. B&W photo of the 360 print, posted with permission - courtesy of

PAM194 Luminor Submersible 2500m 47mm

2011-12-12T12:28:00.001+01:00

Panerai are known for building watches that have "presence on the wrist". The PAM194 fits in that category without a doubt. Not only is its case 47mm, it's quite thick too. A big and very cool wristwatch for sure. But as it's made from titanium, it is in fact much more wearable than one would think. Panerai PAM194 Luminor Submersible 2500m The PAM194 is a Special Edition G series watch (G =

Special Edition Watch Case by Zeugma Straps

2011-11-05T19:21:00.005+01:00

This week I received my new wrist watch case from Zeugma Straps. This is definitely an exceptional piece of craftsmanship, most likely rivaled by none. Nuri (Zeugma Straps) tells me that his company made 120 of these cases and that they worked 10 months to complete the task. Special Edition wrist watch case by Zeugma Straps The finest thick and sturdy leather was used to create a unique

Ten more new straps from Simona di Stefano

2011-07-31T23:35:00.005+02:00

I've posted several times before about Simona di Stefano's Panerai straps. The last post in February this year was about her new and amazing Saddle straps. These have absolutely been my favorites ever since, I own a black 24mm version for my 243 and a 26mm one for my Fiddy. I've been wearing the one on my 243 a lot and I'm happy to say that the quality absolutely lives up to my expectations as it

PAM386 Luminor Composite Marina 1950 3 Days Automatic

2011-07-23T22:37:00.001+02:00

Based on the attention that the 2011 Panerai models have received on the different watch fora, the composite PAM386 may be one of the most overlooked new Panerai watches this year. Which is strange, because it's not only a very good looking watch - it's also a very interesting watch because it is made using the new Panerai composite. This material was also used in the Radiomir PAM339 and that

PAM356 Luminor Chrono Daylight 44mm

2011-07-07T19:08:00.001+02:00

Although perhaps not a model that makes the hard core Panerai enthusiast's heart beat faster at first, the new Panerai PAM356 is a very nice looking and functional wristwatch. The 356 was introduced in Geneva in January this year and I think that this is one of the few models that's already available. It is a regular production watch. The Luminova has the same beige color as the Luminova that is

PAM371 Luminor Submersible 1950 Regatta

2011-06-05T13:38:00.002+02:00

The Panerai PAM371 is one of the 8 special edition models that were presented at the SIHH earlier this year. If I'm correct, this is also the first - and currently only - of the 2011 special edition watches that already made its way to the few lucky new owners. And as always, several were of course purchased to be flipped immediately as these are already being offered above list price on a number

PAM376 Radiomir 3 Days Oro Bianco

2011-05-06T22:36:00.003+02:00

Shall I just say it? Ok, the PAM376 is in my opinion the most beautiful Panerai watch ever made. Not the most beautiful Radiomir, no, the most beautiful Panerai watch ever made. There, I said it. That was my first impression when I took these pictures in Geneva in January this year, and I still feel this way today. Panerai PAM376 Radiomir 3 Days Oro Bianco I have never been more surprised by

Vissuto straps for Panerai by Maikel Lau

2011-04-17T16:48:00.002+02:00

Maikel Lau - a friend and well known Paneristi from the Netherlands - previously sold straps under the name LVL straps. Now that Maikel is continuing his strap endeavors on his own, he changed the name to Vissuto. I took pictures of five different new Vissuto straps. It goes without saying that the specifications of each of these straps have been carefully thought through, and of course the

PAM380 Radiomir Black Seal Logo

2011-04-08T13:10:00.000+02:00

One of the two watches that I didn't get to photograph at the 2011 SIHH is the new PAM380. Luckily there was another opportunity recently when this watch was in Amsterdam for a demo. If I'm correct, this new 45mm Radiomir is the first and only Radiomir to have the OP logo on the dial. PAM380 Radiomir Black Seal Logo The PAM380 is a great looking watch that's also suitable as a dress watch.

Panerai PAM375 Luminor Composite 1950

2011-03-25T19:51:00.003+01:00

If you are a fan of 47mm watches, then 2011 is a good year for you. The new Officine Panerai line up offers quite a few 47mm watches and the PAM375 is one of these new models. Perhaps it's just the overwhelming attention that the new PAM372 is getting on the various fora, but it seems like the new PAM375 has gotten a bit snowed under. If you consider the wonderful features that are offered by the

The PAM372 in detail

2011-03-19T12:29:00.000+01:00

When I took pictures of the new PAM372 at the SIHH in January, I didn't think that another opportunity to take more photos would come any time soon. But it did. Several watches from the new line up were in my hometown after a trade show, and I was given the opportunity to take more pictures of this new favorite of many. My initial post about the PAM372 - and how it compares to the PAM127 - can be

2011 Novelty with history: Panerai PAM373 Radiomir Platino 47mm

2011-03-08T22:44:00.003+01:00

Another very interesting new Panerai model that was introduced at the 2011 SIHH is the Panerai PAM373 Radiomir Platino 47mm. The layout of the dial is unlike that of any of the contemporary Panerai watches that were released by Officine Panerai in the Pre Vendome and Vendome era. Panerai PAM373 Radiomir Platino 47mm The watch is however inspired on the vintage 2533, a prototype of which very

PAM322 Radiomir Titanium Brown dial

2011-02-28T15:13:00.001+01:00

The Panerai Radiomir PAM322 was introduced as a low production Special Edition in 2008. This Radiomir has a 47mm brushed titanium case and its bezel is polished titanium. PAM322 Radiomir Titanium Brown dial The dial is a very subtle brown which is quite hard to capture in photos with flash photography. As you can see in the above and below photos, the dial appears to be black - but in

PAM360 straps by French strap makers Septimus straps

2011-02-14T19:17:00.000+01:00

So... there's this guy who shaves his head, he's very passionate about Panerai, he enjoys Indian food, he smokes, he drinks beer and he almost goes home with the wrong watch on his wrist after an evening of hanging out in Amsterdam... Nope, it isn't me :) Enough with the insider jokes. I've been wearing my French ammo strap from Septimus straps more than any other strap I've ever owned since I

PAM382 Luminor Submersible 1950 Bronzo 47mm

2011-02-12T18:50:00.002+01:00

SIHH 2011 is a great year for Panerai enthusiasts. Even watch related web sites that normally don't show much interest in my favorite brand's offerings are writing nothing but positive things about the new releases. And about the direction that Panerai are taking. One of the most written-about new models - and in fact the watch that surprised me the most when I saw it in person - is the Special

Saddle straps and Nile crodile straps by Simona di Stefano

2011-02-05T17:57:00.002+01:00

Simona di Stefano from Florence, is without a doubt one of the most famous strap makers for Panerai watches. I've posted about her crocodile straps before here on wristwatchphoto.com. Simona always delivers quality and this time I received a few of her latest creations to take pictures. Brown Saddle strap by Simona di Stefano, on a Panerai PAM360 The Saddle strap is made of the highest

PAM378 Radiomir Oro Rosa 42mm

2011-02-02T21:30:00.001+01:00

One of the new Radiomirs that Panerai introduced this year is the PAM378 Radiomir Oro Rosa. At first I confused this watch with the 42mm PAM336 that was introduced at last year's SIHH. Both are pink gold, 42mm, have gold hands and a small seconds dial at the nine o'clock position. But the new PAM378 has a black dial, the dial of the 336 is brown. Panerai PAM378 Radiomir Oro Rosa 42mm The 42mm

The Panerai PAM372 Luminor 1950 - and the Fiddy

2011-01-25T21:44:00.007+01:00

One of the first things on my mind when I got to see the official pictures of the new Panerai PAM372 was, Wow - are Panerai listening to their fans or what... Here's why. PAM372 - close up of the dial showing how the text is engraved, not printed - If there's one watch that Panerai enthusiasts have been asking for, it must be a "Base Fiddy". In case you're not that well informed about Panerai

Panerai SIHH 2011 photo report

2011-01-23T19:47:00.014+01:00

Panerai managed to come up with an exciting line up again at this year's SIHH in Geneva. With the help of their fantastic staff I was able to take a lot of "live" pictures of the new watches. I will post about each of the watches separately, but here's an overview of what's new in 2011. Panerai at the 2011 SIHH in Geneva (click photos for a larger version) The watch that impressed me the most

A Panerai Beer Bottle

2010-12-19T14:34:00.006+01:00

I came across a great photo of a nicely lit beer bottle on flickr.com and decided to give it a try. I showed a first attempt to a fellow Paneristi and pro photographer - who kindly gave me some lighting tips for this type of shot. I gave it another go today. Panerai PAM127There's a Nikon SB800 on its side about 15cm behind the bottle to make the beer inside the bottle appear bright and sparkling.

The K99 strap for Panerai by Kostas Veni

2010-12-09T21:51:00.006+01:00

Some of the older original OEM Panerai straps - like the PAV99 - are as much sought after as certain out of production Panerai watches. Going prices for original PAV straps from the pre Vendome era, are now in the range of 1,500 to 2,000 USD or perhaps more depending on the model. That's just for the strap mind you. Anything collectible can cost you an arm and a leg in the Panerai world. I've