Panerai Design Discussion

ArmisT · 2021-02-17T15:58:42Z

Explore the polarizing design of a specific Panerai reference with collector ArmisT. Dive into community insights on its dial, case, and crown guard aesthetics.

ArmisT initiates a compelling discussion on a Panerai reference that elicits strong opinions among collectors. Their post delves into the polarizing aesthetics of a specific model, prompting the community to share their immediate reactions and nuanced perspectives. This exploration highlights how design choices can create a love-it-or-hate-it dynamic within the passionate world of luxury watch collecting.

Key Points from the Discussion

The unique texture and monotone color of the dial are key elements that contribute to its polarizing nature, yet also maintain its intrigue for the original author.
A DLC or composite case could have enhanced the watch's aesthetic, creating a 'cappuccino effect' that might appeal to a broader audience.
While the dial is intriguing, pairing it with a 1940 case might have been more aesthetically pleasing, though it would sacrifice the 'destro' (left-handed crown) feature.
The crown guard design is a significant point of contention for some, with its removal being suggested as a way to achieve a 'perfect' aesthetic.

The Discussion

Chronometer (aka yacomino)

Feb 17, 2021

Well I for one love it! Wish they launch this dial with the right hand version

ArmisT

Feb 17, 2021

Thank you 🙏🏼. I felt this would have been so nice in a 1940s case without the crown guard!

I still wonder what motivated the destro decision on this one. C’est la vie.

Chronometer (aka yacomino)

Feb 17, 2021

You’re right this would look nice in the 1940s with no crown as well

Feb 18, 2021

I like it too. It’s different. Agreed on the RH version. I will wait for it.

Thomas_3

Feb 17, 2021

I have nothing against Panerai,

I just can't stand that what I consider to be an ugly-ass crown guard. Remove that and for me it would be perfect.

FabR

Feb 17, 2021

Remove that, and the exact same watch would be called a Radiomir rather than a Luminor ;-)

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