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  • Panerai Radiomir 3 Days GMT Oro Rosso

    Panerai Radiomir 3 Days GMT Oro Rosso

    A superb watch that has been created to show a simple design with a more glamorous feel, the Panerai Radiomir 3 Days GMT Oro Rosso is a must have for any man who wants to be in tone with the latest fashion trends.

    The watch is made with red gold which is actually a mix of gold, copper and other metals such as platinum, offering a distinct appearance while being malleable enough so that the watchmakers add more intricate details and fine elements in it. The percentage of copper has been customized in order to offer this watch a certain red hue that is distinct to this particular collection while the platinum prevents the metal from becoming oxidized. Another reason why the producers chose this material is the fact that it has a high resistance and it’s perfect for watches that need to pass the test of time, especially an elegant model such as this Panerai Radiomir 3 Days GMT Oro Rosso.

    Panerai Radiomir 3 Days GMT Oro Rosso (PAM 598)

    The Panerai is a hand-wound mechanical watch that has been equipped with the classic Panerai P.3001 calibre which has been created entirely by the brand. It is 6.3 thick and contains 21 jewels while the dial measures around 47 mm. As functions the watch comes with the usual: hours, minutes, small seconds, date, but more features such as a second time zone, a power reserve indicator on the back and a seconds reset button, which will prove to be extremely useful. The case is made from polished red gold and has a removable wire loop strap attachment and allows a screw down winding crown. The dial has been created with brown luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers while the date has been added at 3 o’clock and seconds at 9 o’clock. The sapphire crystal is formed of corundum with an anti-reflective coating and a 1.4 thickness. It also comes with a beautiful personalized alligator strap that is very comfortable and has been adorned with a lovely polished red gold buckle. Water resistance is for 50 meters which means this is not the watch you want to take with you while diving but it’s no problem if it gets wet from rain or swimming.

  • Panerai Luminor 1950 Tourbillon GMT

    Panerai Luminor 1950 Tourbillon GMT

    The Panerai Luminor 1950 Tourbillon is a watch worthy of praise, a watch that has great history and tradition behind it. When it comes to its value, the watch definitely appeals to collectors and with its simple to use interface it can also be a perfect classic watch for those wanting to accessorize themselves in style. But don’t be fooled about this, even though the watch looks simple, the price is not low, especially since it is a very popular timepiece.

    PAM00396

    An interesting fact about this watch is the fact that the case shape might not appeal to a lot of people; however, being a very classy model, those who are looking for something they can pass on from generation to generation will surely love it. If you want something that works great with simple functions, this watch is perfect for you. But if you are the type of person who would like something more modern, something a bit edgy, you might have to look somewhere else.  Also, the watch might be a tad too big for most men since it comes with a 48mm case, but there are some who might be looking for an oversized watch and in that case, the Panerai Luminor 1950 is right up their alley. However, despite its size, the watch is extremely light and comfortable to wear; if you have a bigger wrist you might enjoy the way the watch looks and feels. But on a medium and small wrist, the watch might not look as elegant as you want it to look, and it can be a bit too oversized. The watch comes with bowl shaped sides, sweeping lugs, all disposed in a pretty interesting design.

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    What you will love about this watch is the manual winding which gives it a very traditional touch but also the color combination that makes this watch look almost retro. The golden-black combination will give it an interesting allure and together with the perfect brown leather strap will make it seem like that old family heirloom watch that a grandfather passes to their grandson.  The back of the watch is clear and you can easily see the mechanism working perfectly inside.  Along with the tourbillon function, the watch has a 24 hour function, a power reserve indicator and a second time zone.

    Overall the Panerai Luminor is a nice looking watch that not just comes with great design but also a fine tuned mechanism.