This Panerai does not whisper. It does not blend in. In a lineup full of statement pieces, this one stands taller, louder, and more distinct. The brushed bronze case sets the tone. Bronze is not just a material. It is a living surface that evolves with its owner. The patina forms slowly, uniquely, and no two watches end up the same. That individuality is the kind of detail that makes collectors smile. It becomes a part of you, a record of time spent, a mark of ownership in the truest sense.

The dial is a stage in deep blue, not flat or lifeless but rich and alive. Readability is superb, from the luminous circle indexes to the bold stick markers. The small seconds at nine finds balance in its place, pulling against the date window at three. But the true star is the skeleton sword handset. They slice through the dial with intent, bold enough to command attention yet elegant enough to keep things refined. This is the kind of finish you admire under sunlight, and the kind you notice in low light, too, when the lume glows steady and sure.

 

 

 

Mechanically, it is built to impress. Inside beats the automatic P.9010 caliber, a movement with 31 jewels, dual barrels, and roughly 200 components. It runs at a modern 4 Hz, delivering 72 hours of power reserve. That is three full days of wear off the wrist without missing a beat. Precision comes standard with its stop-seconds mechanism, while practicality is covered with a unidirectional rotating bezel and 300 meters of water resistance. This is not a piece that needs pampering. It is a tool, but a beautiful one.

Comfort is no afterthought. The 47 mm case may sound daunting, but the short lugs make it sit more comfortably than its size suggests. Straps transform it completely, which is why it earns the title of strap monster. The supplied brown Ponte Vecchio calfskin has vintage charm, but the watch begs for experimentation. Rubber for diving. Suede for evenings. Canvas for weekends. Swap the look and you change the personality, yet the watch never loses its identity.

 

This is not someone’s first Panerai. It is not the safe choice or the entry point. It is for the Paneristi, the ones who know what they are looking at. A limited edition of 1,000 pieces introduced in 2017, it feels like a jewel in the collection. The kind of watch that sparks conversation at a table of enthusiasts. The kind that rewards the eye every time you check the time. Above all, it proves that in a world full of bold watches, there is still room for one more to lead the charge.