Panerai Acrylic Crystal: Reference Guide
Reference Guide

Panerai Acrylic Crystal: Reference Guide

By Jocke - Bad Santa · Jan 14, 2021 · 21 replies
Jocke - Bad Santa
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Jocke - Bad Santa's evocative image of an acrylic crystal sparks a discussion on its unique aesthetic and historical significance in luxury watches. His post, while brief, highlights the 'warm feeling' acrylic imparts, a sentiment often shared by collectors. This article delves into the community's insights on why this material continues to captivate enthusiasts, particularly within the Panerai lineage.

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just gives it a warm feeling.






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Jocke - Bad Santa
Jan 17, 2021

The icon have left the box but the rest of the goodies is there. Those you knows about Panerai can easy figure it out which model this special box is for when there is a spare crystal at the side. Yes finally I've got the iconic Panerai 372. The original model (like this one) have a acrylic crystal that later was replaced with a sapphire crystal. This watch is huge with a 47mm case and a 26mm strap but with this case style it not feel bigger than the "regular" 44mm. The matte sandwich dial with

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Chronometer (aka yacomino)
Jan 17, 2021

I think a 372 or the 422 are next on my hit list for panerai

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