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On the 1st of July (2010), a prominent member of the Panerai community (Paneristi) introduced a limited edition Panerai PAM 360 model, to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Paneristi Home .A limited edition of 300 pieces only, which is far less than most Panerai production numbers, would be available for members of the Paneristi community. Moderators of the Paneristi community designed the concept of the watch pictured below. A 44mm Panerai Luminor in PVD, painted patina dial, the OP logo on the dial and an inscription engraved in the case back.Indeed, a great looking wristwatch by Panerai, although I would have preferred DLC and white hour markers instead of 'painted' patina. In the introduction message at the Paneristi website, the price was set to 5.500,- Eur / $6.700,- and those who were interested could address an e-mail to [email protected] stating their name and contact details. Perhaps even more important, the message also included the following line: "��this watch is dedicated to the members and contributors to Paneristi". I guess that you and I both know that with only 300 pieces, it will become very difficult to please the thousands of visitors of Paneristi.com. It is being said that more than 2600 people were on the list of potential buyers. Although only a fraction of that number should be considered 'hard core' Paneristi members (or Ristis as they would like to call themselves), a secret list was created to make sure that the VIPs of Paneristi would be able to purchase a PAM360. So far for the equal chances to get this soon to be highly sought-after PAM. The secret list has not been confirmed (yet), but even certain moderators seem to know about one as promises have been made by them to certain Ristis.However, during the process, a lot of stress has been going on. A lot of unknown Paneristi members started queuing up for the PAM360 and my guess is that the Panerai office didn't know what to do with all these requests. People who signed-up for a PAM360 got the following e-mail from Officine Panerai:"Dear Sir,We thank you for your order and for the interest you have shown in our brand.The Luminor for Paneristi's Anniversary, created to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the forum Paneristi.com, was produced in a unique edition of 300 examples.We inform you that, having received more than 2,600 orders, it has been possible to fulfil fewer than one out of every eight received.We are aware that this fact may cause disappointment but the number of watches produced does not enable us to satisfy all the orders received.We therefore regret to inform you that unfortunately we are unable to fulfil your order.We thank you and we take this opportunity of sending you our best regards.In the end, 250 pieces went to the USA and only 50 to the rest of the world (strange, since Paneristi was crowded with Europeans in the beginning). It seems that members who are active for a year or less have (or had) an equal (or perhaps even more) chance on a PAM360 as their fellow members with 10 years of Risti-credits. I wonder what Panerai have been thinking. That there would be only 300 enthusiasts for a watch designed by Ristis? Why didn't they do an in-take before announcing the production number? With over 2,600 orders, they could have set the production number at least to 2,000 (cancellations included).The disappointment amongst the Ristis was (and still is) huge, a lot of guys that have been on Paneristi since day 1, did not receive a satisfying e-mail from Officine Panerai. For a few days, the whole community seemed to be disoriented about their favorite brand from Italy. Slowly, things are getting better and Ristis start enjoying their P-Day pictures again (which was being held in New York last September). I hope Officine Panerai, Bonati (CEO) and Paneristi Staff have a sit down and discuss the lessons learned for the 20th Anniversary Panerai timepiece.

Panerai have a long reputation for making diving watches of exceptional quality; Panerai company was founded in Florence in 1860.Panerai started making watches for the Italian navy. The company is now Swiss based. The overall look and design of Panerai watches hasn’t changed that much since they were first manufactured. Some technical advances have been made to the movements of course along with the appearance of the lugs that can be easily removed to replace the strap. And talking of straps, like most diving watches, Panerai now come with rubber straps. Titanium casings are now also available. But, essentially when you buy a Panerai watch you’ll be buying something that feel comfortable wearing.The Panerai Luminor comes with automatic mechanical movement. The black leather straps of the Panerai Luminor are good. You also get a rubber strap with this model. The buckle is brushed metal and comes with the Panerai logo. Unlike most watches, the straps are attached to the case by screws rather than spring bars – you use the screwdriver that comes with the watch to remove the screws from the case and strap. I like this feature; you feel the straps are properly secured to the casing. To be really safe, Panerai has put a small steel cylinder in the pinholes of the strap which you have to remove and put in the holes of the rubber strap.The Panerai Luminor Marina is heavy and feels as though it’s solidly built. If you’re going to wear Specials Watches, you want it to feel robust and tough enough to withstand whatever you throw at it. For such a large watch, the crown of the Luminor is thin; however it has a large crown-guard with the Panerai patented open/close-system to keep it water-resistant. The slightly rounded sapphire crystal really does complement the rounded lugs and soft curves of the case. In fact, the casing has a definite ‘soft’ look to it, which helps to ‘lighten’ the appearance of the large case as well as remind you of the workmanship that goes into the making of the case and watch overall.The dial of the Replica Panerai Luminor Marina Automatic Chrono Watches are black or white. The minute and hour hands are simple in design; straight with triangular points, they are luminescent with a black rim. Another fine detail is the length of the minute hand; it stops short of the indices. The indices are large Arabic numerals, the numerals at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock being slightly larger. Overall, the dial of the Replica Panerai Luminor Marina Automatic Chrono Watches is clear, easy to read with an understated elegance.Despite Panerai watches originally being made for diving, I find myself wearing this watch for all occasions. It’s simple, elegant dial and the rounded contours of the casing allow me to wear the watch on formal occasions, while its chunkiness and obvious outdoor pedigree also make it ideal as Sports Watches for sports activities. The Panerai Luminor Marina Automatic Chrono is a watch I now I shall wear for many years without feeling the need to replace it.