Deep Dive Watches: Real World Usability Discussion

Key Points from the Discussion

• The Panerai PAM 341 'Egiziano' re-issue, while unwearable for many, brings deep satisfaction to owners who appreciate its historical significance and enjoy it as a desk clock or collection centerpiece.
• Some collectors applaud manufacturers for creating impractical watches, viewing them as expressions of extreme horological engineering, similar to ultra-thin marvels like the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Ultra or RM UP-01 Ferrari.
• The vintage Panerai 'Egiziano' (circa 1956) can wear surprisingly well for some, with one collector sharing an example purchased directly from its original owner.
• The Panerai Big Egiziano is considered even more monstrous in size than the Rolex Deepsea Challenge, and wearability remains a key factor for potential acquisition.
• While owning a Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller and a Ploprof, these two specific watches are considered 'out of the ballpark' in terms of size, with the Panerai preferred for its more balanced design compared to the Rolex's small dial-to-case ratio.
• For most individuals, these exceptionally large watches are more suited as 'shelf pieces' unless the wearer possesses a significantly large physique, such as a bodybuilder or heavyweight athlete.