I had the 8500 caliber steel version for 3 years, with an orange rubber strap. Ref: 224.32.55.21.01.002 (photos by Chrono24). Although it is a watch that I love to look at, it is extremely uncomfortable to wear, especially in heat and sweat (who said summer?). IMHO, it doesn't cut it as a desktop diver and as a diving tool, I prefer a dive computer.
PS: And I say this as a frequent user of 47mm Panerai.
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