Climbing aboard an
iconic sailboat like the Eilean is a pleasure only within the reach of a few: like the lucky participants who attended the
Relojería Alemana and Panerai event in Puerto Portals, Mallorca. It is not every day that
such a vessel as the Panerai sailing yacht visits the island. This example of naval excellence displayed all its splendour, to the enjoyment of all the attendees as they embarked on a
very special voyage towards the high seas. The Italian
firm's flagship delighted the sea lovers who, in addition to discovering
the latest Panerai watches, were able to see for
themselves that sailing in an
old ship is a different story.
Unforgettable voyage aboard the Eilean
Puerto Portals, in Calvià, was the chosen location for this exclusive event aboard a classic sailboat, a true seafaring gem. The Eilean arrived at the main dock, where it waited until the attendees climbed aboard to enjoy a
morning of sailing on the waters of the Mediterranean Sea. The weather was perfect for such a trip, which made this event unforgettable.
To complete this sensorial experience, the participants enjoyed a refreshing swim and a snack while they were out on the sea. Once they were back on land, they finished with an exquisite lunch in the Flanigan restaurant.
As well as
admiring Panerai’s antique sailing boat, those attending had the chance to see the
latest watches created by the brand first-hand, pieces that are already available in
Relojería Alemana shops.
After casting off, turning the engine off and watching the crew hoist the mainsail, it was time to discover the history of the Eilean, the iconic Panerai vessel.
The Eilean, an iconic sailing boat flying the Panerai flag
The ship was launched in 1936 by commission of the Fulton brothers, James and Robert. The vessel is 22 metres long, and it was abandoned in Antigua, in the Caribbean. Years later, in 2006, Panerai rescued
the iconic sailing boat and gave it a second life. The Eilean hoisted its sails once more.
The Eilean was designed by William Fife, part of the third generation of a Scottish family that designed and built yachts. Since 2009 –the year when its restoration was completed– the vessel participates in different races
such as the Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge, an international circuit of regattas for classic and antique vessels sponsored by the Italian brand.
The Italian maison celebrates the return of the Eilean to the sea with an exclusive edition of navigation tools including: barometer, hygrometer, thermometer, and wall clock,
all of them made of stainless steel, and personalised with the Eilean logo.
The Eilean is viewed as an ambassador for traditional naval carpentry, keeping alive the meticulous art of restoring old vessels. The savoir fair displayed in its reconstruction elicits great respect for the
artisanship involved, which faithfully preserved the shapes, features and materials originally used to build these beautiful ships.
A team of master naval carpenters and artisans from the Francesco Del Carlo shipyard in Tuscany worked their magic and brought back this sailing boat’s former splendour. After three years under the efforts
of their expert hands, this naval gem came back to life.
Panerai, excellence in watchmaking and in its latest items
There can be no better location to show the latest pieces created by Panerai than the Eilean. The Italian band stays on its course, like a good sailor, and incorporates the newest designs onto its most renowned collections.
Those in attendance aboard the sailing yacht could see the latest of the
Luminor, collection, the essence of the watchmaking brand, which focuses on
the Marina, Luna Rossa, Logo and Chrono lines. They were also able to see timepieces from the
Luminor Yachts Challenge: a range of regatta watches with designs and features that nod back to the world of classic sailing ships.
The Radiomir and Mare Nostrum pieces were also a part of this unique voyage. These Panerai collections only improve the brand’s style, sophistication and passion for measuring the passing of time.
After sailing aboard the Eilean and
taking a look at the latest timepieces created by Panerai, the moment has come to set foot back on land and visit our
shops in Mallorca.
At Relojería Alemana we would love to set sail with you through our personalised customer service. We are waiting for you!
