If you need a Panerai Luminor sports watch tough enough to withstand the activities you enjoy, then you need to consider a few basic rules. Most watch manufacturers are creating collections of sporty timekeepers which are functional, practical and stylish enough for everyday use, but how do you choose the right Panerai Luminor sports watch for you?

Instructions

Before buying check that the watch you want is built to withstand high impact sports. Quartz watches fit most budgets and are amazingly durable but if mechanical watches are your thing even some of the most intricate Swiss mechanical movements are tough enough for sports - as long as they are designed for that purpose.

Water resistance is a must. Even if you are not a swimmer or diver a water resistant watch is sealed to protect it from dirt and water. Even humidity and accidental water exposure can damage a watch without water resistance so take this into consideration.

The construction material of a Panerai Luminor sports watch is also important. Precious metals can stain if exposed to salt water or chemicals so stainless steel is a tough alternative. Other contemporary materials such as titanium and carbon fibre are also used by some of the top brands and ceramic is famously used in the construction of the Hublot Big Bang chronograph editions. This material will not rust or scratch and looks stunning.

Choose which functions you need, other than telling the time. Most popular is the chronograph, a function which measures time sectors using independent hands which can be stopped and started as and when required. For comparison times choose a split-seconds chronograph which features two seconds hands, one of which you can stop, for intermediate timing while the other continues to run.

If the sheer number of collections and brands is overwhelming then choose a brand which sponsors your favourite sporting legend. Many iconic watches are endorsed by equally iconic sporting celebrities including such sports as golf, motorsports and tennis to name but a few. If you want to choose a Panerai Luminor watch suitable for sporting activities or just want to know more about the watch you wear then see the "Resource" section.