Interesting reading…

Oct 31, 2021,19:57 PM
 

I am reading some interesting books lately.


“El Italiano” is the latest novel from my beloved Spanish writer Arturo Perez Reverte.

It’s a romantic and full of thrilling action fiction novel which describes actions of Italian combat swimmers based in the ship Olterra docked in Algeciras dock against ships in near Gibraltar port during 1942/43 and the relationship between a young Spanish widow and an Italian diver.
Of course Panerai watches are mentioned!

I’m very fond of this extraordinary writer (several of his novels were made films) and I’m sure they have already translated this novel to English. 








Another book…

This is a book which describes the organization, methods and equipment of the X MAS group in Italy. Very interesting reading of historical aspects of this pioneer employment in modern war of combat divers and the use of the famous “Maiale” piloted torpedoes.

The author and this original edition comes from Spain but most probably there exist an English version.






Third book is an Spanish translation of an original German book related to the story and exploits of Unit K German Combat swimmers during WW2 following instruction, tactics and equipment of X MAS Italian divers.

It includes thrilling descriptions of several historic missions like that of the Nimega bridges.









Wearing my Pams 721 and 422 while enjoying the reading!!

Have a nice week ahead my dear watch loving friends!!

Cheers!
Abel





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WOW,thanks for al the info,

 
 By: Juliusotto : October 31st, 2021-20:03
I’ll will look for them ,even better if in amigo! Julius

I’ve been looking for this in English…

 
 By: kkochheiser : October 31st, 2021-20:17
Since it was published, but so far, no luck. I guess I’ll just have to be patient! Thanks for the reminder and recommendation. Kent

Hello Kent: my big pleasure to comment these interesting books. Most books of Perez Reverte have been published in English and other languages. This one has been released just...

 
 By: Subexplorer : October 31st, 2021-20:26
... weeks ago in the original Spanish version so I feel it will offered in English soon. Other books mentioned: Guess the German one is available in English too. I don´t know about the Spanish book about X MAS. I wish you can find them soon! Cheers! Abel ... 

Pam.. tastic ! …

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : October 31st, 2021-20:42
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Great shot of a “to die for” Panerai!!

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 1st, 2021-13:41
Panerai 217 is a grail watch for true lovers of the brand. You share it in a fantastic shot dear Captain!! Probably a watch like this was in the wrist of El Italiano! Cheers! Abel

Thank you Abel …

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 1st, 2021-17:05
I’ve had this one for many years and couldn’t be without it. I must read the book 🤔

I can well understand you my friend!

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 1st, 2021-21:01
Its a wonderful Panerai!! I hope the translation to English will be offered soon! You’ll enjoy it so much! Cheers! Abel

The photos of your …

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 1st, 2021-21:36
721 and 422 with the book look very good.

Thank you so much for your kind comments.

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 1st, 2021-13:37
Glad you liked the watches!! Cheers! Abel

Hello Stoikos: they are mentioned in the novel…

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 1st, 2021-13:31
… El Italiano. They have certain importance in the plot of the novel. Can’t say anymore avoiding spoiling for those who will read it. Cheers! Abel

Excellent!

 
 By: Stoikos : November 1st, 2021-16:54

🙏🙏

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 1st, 2021-21:02

Thank you so much Echi! Always a pleasure to share…

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 1st, 2021-13:28
… info and watches. Reading about the men who used these watches we love today is always interesting and adds to the appreciation of these timepieces. Best cordial regards Abel

Ha ha ha!! Thank you so much dear Tony! You are always so kind. I regret you could be disappointed the day we meet in person. Lol!! May be about forty years ago I would have looked...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 7th, 2021-02:11
... much better! My old watches reach vintage state much better than me. Lol. Glad you like the cover of the book and my Pams. Un abrazo mi estimado amigo Tony! Abel