Pre-owned Panerai Luminor Marina 44mm Watch

The mid-18th century Florentine watchmaker carved a space out in the horological world, gaining particular enthusiasm among enthusiasts known as “Paneristi”. It is easy to see how and why this particular brand has attained such a cult status, with its incredibly unique design aesthetics featuring an unusually imposing presence for the time, which has since become a modern trend in following-suit. These Paneristi share a level of enthusiasm that is not so easily enjoyed by other horology enjoyers, with dedicated conventions, sites, trading networks, etc. It is completely true that Panerai have captured our imagination and focus in this world. And it is important that it has, as this coincides with around the time that the contract that they held with the Italian Navy ended, which in turn has allowed the brand to flourish even further in the realm of haute-horology, with pieces that go even further than life itself, and show a tremendous level of character befitting the Florentine style.

The unique character of Panerai can be seen in this Luminor Marina, the large simple squared off case against the simple black dial, even the seconds hand provincialized in its minimalism there, so as to not distract from the beautiful, large and graceful form that it captures. The crown-guard has become a real iconic style item in the Panerai catalogue, being associated now with that style and making sure that even those far across the room know that you are strapping a fine piece of Italian artistry and craftsmanship from the masters of horology in Italy themselves.

But make no mistake, that military pedigree has not been lost from the Panerai DNA, that simple, legible clear design equipped with that rugged rubber strap and incredible durability, from the 1,000ft water resistance and case construction to the crown-guard of course provides you with that splendid combination of luxury, military sophistication, and ruggedness that the Luminor Marina just makes work, no contradiction.

This is no mere house sitting atop its laurels, but a pedigreed association with a history of trend-setting, quality, and innovation.