1229 vs 1226

[Cru Jones]

Hi Travis! Good seeing you back here. :-)

This is a tough one for me. With a submersible, I like the contrast of the black dial against the brushed steel bezel. So, the 1229 seems like the natural choice… but, I’m not fully sold on the blue on the dial. I would have much preferred classic all-white text and seconds hand.

As for the 1226, the white dial is really crisp and beautiful. On rubber straps, it looks great. But, I’m not sure it would fit with old beat up ammo straps. If you plan on keeping it on rubber, then that’s not an issue.

In the end, I think I would go for the cleaner 1226. And keep it on rubber, saving old leather for a second Panerai.

Good luck with your choice!