Was only aquatinted with Panerai on the margins until Collective members started posting and boasting about their collections. Went down the rabbit hole and then spent time at the Miami boutique trying on six or seven references. Landed on three I liked, started searching and recalled the reco, "Do not buy new!"

Found my Luminor Due PAM01250 in near-new condition through Blue Ridge Watch Company in NC. Owner was a champ to work with and it arrived today. Man, I love it and get what all the hype is about! So thanks to fellow Collective members for all the posts. Fits perfectly at 42mm, looks even better!