This definitive history of Panerai watches—an essential resource for collectors and specialists—offers exclusive access to the brand’s collections and extensive archives.

This volume takes readers on an extraordinary journey through the world of luxury watchmaking, where technical mastery, passion, and meticulous craftsmanship come together to create timeless masterpieces. Delving into Panerai’s long-standing legacy, this new edition traces the brand’s evolution from its founding in Florence in 1860 to its modern-day innovations. Originally published in 2008, the authoritative volume on the iconic Panerai watch has been fully revised and updated by a team of specialists. It has been enriched with previously unpublished insights and models and offers a deep and comprehensive exploration of Panerai’s rich history. A must-read for watch enthusiasts and collectors alike, this lavishly illustrated book celebrates the fusion of form and function that defines every Panerai creation.

About The Author

Giampiero Negretti is an eminent watch expert and former editor in chief of the Italian newspaper Il Giornale. He has written several books on Panerai including Legendary Watches and Panerai Historia: From the Depths of the Sea. He has coauthored books on other luxury timepieces including Patek Philippe, Piaget Watches and Wonders Since 1874, Masters of Time, Longines Watches, and Le Temps du Cartier.