I'm not new to the watch world and have been collecting for well over a decade. My favorite watches (which I own) are an Omega Planet Ocean and a Panerai 328 on bracelet. Had a Sinn but recently sold it. Dream watch would be a Panerai Ceramica, such as PAM438. Also have a Garmin Fenix 2 GPS watch but most people wouldn't consider it noteworthy because it's digital. But I still love it and it gets the job done
I come to the panerai source forums for more info on Panerai watches, specifically straps. Looking to buy an OEM rubber strap (24mm) and haven't had much google search success.