I’ve written about the “Panerai for Purdey” collection of watches on a couple occasions over the last five or so years.  In short, these hand-engraved models are extremely exclusive: very limited production and mostly unknown to most run-of-the-mill Panerai fans.  From 2002 to 2009, Panerai made a limited number Luminor Sealand models in partnership with Purdey (Panerai refers to them as the “Luminor Sealand for Purdey” watches, whereas Purdey simply states “Panerai for Purdey”), featuring big-game or game bird engravings on the foldable “hunter-case.”
In 2002, the first Panerai/Purdey collaboration, only 100 pieces in total were made. Then, another 3 collaborations followed between 2005 and 2009 (all of 100 pieces each), featuring Game birds, Flower scroll,  Eagle, Falcon, Tiger, African dangerous game all hand engraved as well. So, prior to 2017, only 400 Panerai for Purdey watches have been made and hand engraved!!!  And with only 80 pieces in this year’s release (breakdown below), the Panerai for Purdey Collection will remain a very rare and sought after collector?s item. If you are not familiar with Purdey: Purdey is a bespoke rifle an gun maker (they also make some clothing and leather goods) based in Britain.  They are likewise an exclusive brand and cater only to the elite customers of their category, in fact you might even call they clientele Royal, as they hold warrants from the HM The Queen of Eng...