It’s 1995 and Sylvester Stallone is walking through the streets of Rome when he spots his first Panerai sitting in the window of a small jewelry store. The watch that was initially designed for the Italian Marina Militare had been available to the civilian market for only two years before Stallone bought one for himself.
His Panerai became his companion during the filming of Daylight and his love for the watch only grew more over time. In fact, he loved it so much that he ordered a couple more for his friends, but this time he had his signature engraved in the case back, creating a special series based on the enterprise of Stallone. The series was called Slytech. Stallone’s love for Panerai hugely influenced the way the public saw the brand and so, he played a part in resurrecting it from the ashes. Stallone asked Panerai to create a limited edition watch called the Daylight, named after his film, followed by a personalized series of the Mare Nostrum. Today Panerai is a luxurious and respected watch that has flooded into watch stores and watch collector’s diverse collections.
If you are looking for a watch with character and a masculine and solid spirit, then like Stallone, the Panerai Luminor Daylight Chronograph is the watch for you!
If I were to compare the Luminor Daylight to any other luxury watch, it would be the Rolex Deepsea, which is not surprising since Panerai was designed and manufactured by Rolex, who also played a part in assisting the scuba diving tactical teams from the Decima Flottiglia MAS operation during World War II. The Luminor Daylight doesn’t go down to advanced depths the way the Rolex Deepsea does, but unless you’re a frogman in the middle of a war or dive beyond 100 feet for pleasure, I don’t think it should be a problem.
As far as aesthetics, I find the wide bracelet and matt finish cool and practical. I like the matted dial because it eliminates any glare, making the face crisp and easier to read. To be completely honest, I don’t believe that the Panerai is really a chronograph brand. Its look and style is more classic and traditional, as apposed to the complexity a chronograph usually offers.
The great thing about the Panerai Luminor Daylight Chronograph is that it’s not ridiculously expensive for such a beautiful and respected watch. The brand and the look of the watch will still strike admiration in the eyes of watch lovers and collectors worldwide. So, being able to buy a Previously Enjoyed Panerai Luminor Daylight Chronograph that will cost you under $7,000 is practically a steal!
