Three years ago, the cult world of Panerai went into meltdown over a watch encased in bronze with a very limited, one year only run of 1,000pcs with the fitting nickname of the “Bronzo”. The watch, model reference PAM382, was an instant hit and saw collectors scrambling to get their name down to ensure delivery of this distinctive timepiece.  As we all know, we live in a culture where ownership of a rare item results in a premium to gain possession of such an exclusive piece. This is something that was evident straight away with the Bronzo as the worldwide production of 1,000 was never going to quench the thirst of the Panerai faithful. It was the first time Panerai had made any of their collection in bronze, let alone the Submersible, therefore something new was bound to be immensely desirable. With the release of the 382, asking prices went almost 3 times the retail due to demand with collectors willing to pay.  Could this happen all over again?

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Last year saw the announcement of another first for the Submersible as Panerai released details of their next hugely desirable piece, the PAM508 “Ceramica”. Anyone who knows the brand will know Panerai have executed the Submersible in many different materials but never in Ceramic. The case itself is made of zirconium oxide powder and has a hardness rating 5x that of stainless steel resulting in a resistance to scratches and knocks which makes for a seriously robust divers’ watch. The stealth look of the watch with the Ecru colouration on the dial is sure to be a massive favourite amongst the Panerai fans. The 1950s style case maintains Panerai’s famous historic looks and houses the P9000 manufactured movement which offers a 72 hour power reserve. On the case back, which is made of black titanium, there is an engraving of the famous SLC torpedo and the usual case numbers including each watches individual number. Strap wise Panerai seem to have done it again and released a vintage/distressed looking strap that really compliments the colouration of the watch as a whole and no Submersible would be complete without an extra rubber strap to turn the watch into an essential piece of divers’ equipment.

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If we add all of this with the fact that once again Panerai have only made 1,000 available worldwide, demand is at an all-time high for this unique watch since it was unveiled at the beginning of 2013 as it is due to hit the UK any time now.  All of these watches will go quickly and most will be hidden from site in collections spread across the globe. For those with a chance to own what is no doubt going to be an icon, this will be a fantastic buy and for those still deciding or not yet down for one, what are you waiting for?

Visit us at Cheshire Watch Company to view the latest Panerai watches available or contact us for availability on further models.

Three years ago, the cult world of Panerai went into meltdown over a watch encased in bronze with a very limited, one year only run of 1,000pcs with the fitting nickname of the “Bronzo”. The watch, model reference PAM382, was an instant hit and saw collectors scrambling to get their name down to ensure delivery of this distinctive timepiece.  As we all know, we live in a culture where ownership of a rare item results in a premium to gain possession of such an exclusive piece. This is something that was evident straight away with the Bronzo as the worldwide production of 1,000 was never going to quench the thirst of the Panerai faithful. It was the first time Panerai had made any of their collection in bronze, let alone the Submersible, therefore something new was bound to be immensely desirable. With the release of the 382, asking prices went almost 3 times the retail due to demand with collectors willing to pay.  Could this happen all over again?

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Last year saw the announcement of another first for the Submersible as Panerai released details of their next hugely desirable piece, the PAM508 “Ceramica”. Anyone who knows the brand will know Panerai have executed the Submersible in many different materials but never in Ceramic. The case itself is made of zirconium oxide powder and has a hardness rating 5x that of stainless steel resulting in a resistance to scratches and knocks which makes for a seriously robust divers’ watch. The stealth look of the watch with the Ecru colouration on the dial is sure to be a massive favourite amongst the Panerai fans. The 1950s style case maintains Panerai’s famous historic looks and houses the P9000 manufactured movement which offers a 72 hour power reserve. On the case back, which is made of black titanium, there is an engraving of the famous SLC torpedo and the usual case numbers including each watches individual number. Strap wise Panerai seem to have done it again and released a vintage/distressed looking strap that really compliments the colouration of the watch as a whole and no Submersible would be complete without an extra rubber strap to turn the watch into an essential piece of divers’ equipment.

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If we add all of this with the fact that once again Panerai have only made 1,000 available worldwide, demand is at an all-time high for this unique watch since it was unveiled at the beginning of 2013 as it is due to hit the UK any time now.  All of these watches will go quickly and most will be hidden from site in collections spread across the globe. For those with a chance to own what is no doubt going to be an icon, this will be a fantastic buy and for those still deciding or not yet down for one, what are you waiting for?

Visit us at Cheshire Watch Company to view the latest Panerai watches available or contact us for availability on further models.