I had the Panerai Radiomir base (45mm) for about a year and have loved its simplicity and casework. I made the mistake of trying on the new in-house movement 42mm Radiomir released in 2010. On my 7 inch wrist, the watch just fits nicer. The smaller case retains its curvy Italian beauty without the "Look at me" 45mm case. I was smitten.

I was able to sell my former love 210 to obtain a 337 from the Panerai boutique in NYC (with some added funds on my end). Here are some pics and thoughts.

The P.999/1 is a slim hand cranker, allowing for a lower profile case than in the 210. This makes the watch a bit dressier. The burgundy leather strap with white stitches however keeps it sporty. The small seconds indicator at 9 o'clock makes it clear the watch is still alive (I always have a small bit of anxiety when checking the time on a watch without a moving second hand). The movement has a 60 hour power reserve. I also like the added touch of the signed buckle below.

The most important part...it is mrsneddles approved!

Thanks for checking it out.

It's a beauty neddles. Not as sweet as the Chronoscope though. Call me crazy.

That is sexy. I still kick myself for not buying your old one.

The radiomir has always been my choice over the luminor, rock on neds!