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With the 37thedition of the Americas Cup on the horizon,
set to take place in autumn next year, the teams are well into their
preparations. However, it’s not all gruelling sea races as team Luna
Rossa Prada Pirelli from Italy are celebrating their multi-year
collaboration with Panerai with a fleet of new watches ahead of the big
competition. This is the Panerai Luminor Luna Rossa 2023 collection for
the Americas Cup.
There are five timepieces in the collection
including a time and date model, a GMT, a chronograph and a his &
her pair of Luminor Dues. Since there’s a lot to discuss, let’s trim the
sails and get under way.
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO As part of the Luminor Quaranta sub-collection, this Luna Rossa model
has a 40mm diameter case, putting it solidly in the small to mid-size
end of the spectrum. It has the characteristic cushion shape that will
be familiar to anyone who’s ever looked at a Panerai before with its
circular bezel and the Luminor’s signature crown guard. As the name
suggests, it’s made from steel with a DLC (diamond-like carbon) coating
that makes it super tough and gives it a black colouration.
The
dial is relatively understated with a classy sunray finishing in a dark
aquatic blue. It follows the navy and red colour scheme of the Luna
Rossa by pairing that blue dial with a red small seconds hand at 9
o’clock, which is structurally mirrored at 3 by the date aperture.
It’s
also a sandwich dial, which means there are two layers with the bottom
layer coated in lume and the top layer featuring cut-out markers to
reveal the lume below. That’s how the recessed look of the indexes is
achieved.
Beneath the surface of the Luminor Quaranta Steel DLC Luna Rossa for
2023 is the P.900 calibre, which is one that we’ll see multiple times in
this article. It’s an automatic piece with a 3-day power reserve, high
frequency of 28,800 vph and Incabloc anti-shock device. It’s priced at
£8,000, which makes it the median price of the five watches here.Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO
The Luna Rossa 2023 collection is the Luminor Quaranta
BiTempo Luna Rossa. Once again, it’s a Quaranta, which means it’s got a
40mm cushion case in steel this. However, this time the grey colour of
the steel is left visible with a combination of polished and brushed
finishes.
The contrast between the bare steel and DLC version is
interesting because the finishing on the exposed metal gives it a more
luxurious appearance without giving up too much in terms of durability.
Although,
more important than the case in this instance is the dial, which is
where the titular BiTempo complication is found. BiTempo roughly means
‘two time’ and in wristwatch terms that equates to a dual time zone
function, evidenced by the presence of two hour hands on the central
hand stack.
It’s a useful complication for regular travellers who need
to keep track of the time in multiple places around the world. For
sailors travelling the globe, its application is obvious.
Powering
this edition is theP.900/GMTcalibre, a modified version of the P.900
with that additional GMT module. GMT is another name for dual time zone
functions except that GMT watches traditionally use a 24-hour scale for
their secondary zone while the BiTempo uses a 12-hour system.
Beyond
that, it has the same specs as the standard P.900, including crucially
the 3-day power reserve. That also means it only has a slightly higher
price than the non-GMT version, at US 9,600 $.
Model: PAM01408LuminorQuaranta Steel DLC Luna Rossa – 40mm
Movement Automatic mechanical, P.900 calibre, 12 ½ lignes, 4.2 mm thick, 23 jewels, 28,800 alternations/hour. Incabloc® anti-shock device. One barrel. 171 components Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds, Date. Power Reserve: 3 days Case Diameter 40mm, B rushed Steel DLC, Brushed Steel with DLC coating bezel, Brushed Steel DLC caseback. Sapphire crystal Waterproof: 10 bar (~100 meters) Officine Panerai is not the owner of
the Super-LumiNova®, Incabloc®, Glucydur® and PEEK trademarks Dial Blue sun-brushed with luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers. Date at 3 o’clock and small seconds at 9 o’clock Strap Bi-material rubber/textile Luna Rossa dark blue, STD, 22/20, BA. Trapezoidal brushed steel, 20mm, PAM Click Release System buckle
Model: PAM01404LuminorQuaranta Bitempo Luna Rossa – 40mm
MOVEMENT
Automatic mechanical, P.9010/GMT calibre,
Executed entirely by Panerai,
13¾ lignes, 6.0mm thick, 31jewels, Glucydur® balance, 28,800
alternations/hour. Incabloc® anti-shock device. Power reserve 3 days,
two barrels. 199 components FUNCTIONS Minutes, Hours, GMT12H, Small seconds, Calendar aperture CASE
Brushed stainless Steel
Diameter 40 mm, Polished stainless Steel bezel Back: Screw, titanium with black coating. See-through sapphire crystal and steel Water-resistance: 10 bar (~ 100 metres) DIAL Blue sun-brushed with luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers
Date at 3 o’clock, small seconds at 9 o’clock STRAP Bi-material rubber/textile Luna Rossa dark blue Polyester,
POLYURETHANE,
Rubber,
22.0/20.0 Standard size Buckle: Stainless Steel, 20mm, Luminor 40-42mm PAM Click Release System buckle Trapezoidal Classic polished steel-titanium, 20mm
🔴 Price: US $ 9,600💰
*Officine Paneraiis not the owner of the Glucydur®and KIF Parechoc® trademarks.
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Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTO Panerai has a legendary history which started in 1860 in Florence. A history of pioneering innovations since the luminous paste patented by Panerai in 1916, with the name Radiomir.
Watches & Wonders 2023 brings new complications for Panerai and
its legendary Radiomir collection, a new interpretation of the Panerai
California Dial, a contemporary reinterpretation in tribute to its
legendary Radiomir Collection and a contemporary Radiomir Quaranta in
Goldtech™.
RadiomirAnnual Calendar The origins where it all began
For over a century, the Panerai
family legacy has been intertwined with precision instruments made to
accompany the Italian military in their exploits. Commissioned by the
Royal Italian Navy to supply high-precision instruments, it was Guido
Panerai’s Radiomir – a radiumbased substance that illuminates for
visibility in the dark – that began it all when it was patented in 1916.
An archival receipt shows that the Radiomir prototype was presented
in 1935, and over the years, the sandwich construction has been
progressively adjusted and is currently made of only two superimposed
plates. Other improvements include the crown-protecting device, and a
new luminous substance, the Luminor. A watch produced strictly for the
military, the forces used it until the early 1970s, with its designs
protected by military secrets.
Officine Panerai leaped into the commercial watch market in 1992,
launching three collections of ten references in limited editions – the
44 mm Luminor and Luminor Marina watches and the 42 mm Mare Nostrum
chronograph, which were presented on 10 September1993 at the La Spezia
military harbor in the presence of Duke Amedeo D’Aosta, son of Sir
Aimone di Savoia, the then supreme head of the Italian diving
department. Radiomir was only made public in 1997 when the Vendome Group
– today Richemont Group – acquired Panerai, introducing the first
Vendome special edition in sixty pieces – the PAM 21 model in a platinum
version.
The acquisition advanced Panerai’s history into contemporary
developments from the reopening of the historic boutique in Piazza San
Giovanni to the establishment of the Panerai Manufacture in Neuchâtel
where fine Swiss watchmaking meet innovation driven by an Italian soul.
With a century of innovative instruments developed for performance in
response to evolving technical needs, Panerai projects into the future
via research, strategic partnerships, sustainability, and empowering
modern heroes.
These initiatives include eSteel™, a next-generation metal obtained
from pre-consumer recycled steel scraps (up to 95%) coming from
different industries, preferably from Swiss watchmaking industry, whose
production significantly reduces CO2 emissions, and a partnership with
the IOC-UNESCO to develop solutions with the aim of building a more
sustainable, equitable society.
A ground-breaking first for the Annual Calendarcomplication
Seconds, minutes, hours, days, and now, each month of the year – the
intricate time-telling elements that form a precious new in-house
movement for Panerai, the Annual Calendar. Developed specifically for
the Radiomir collection it is the first annual calendar complication of
Panerai.
Even if the Annual Calendar is notoriously a sophisticated
complication, Panerai has always been famous for developing movements
with a clear and immediate readability. In fact, the dial clearly allows
to display the complete information needed. Date is displayed at 3
o’clock with the day & the date through two dials openings. The
current month is displayed on an external moving disc, indicated by a
fix arow at 3 o’clock. Every month change, a cam in the movement allows
the turning disc in one go, making the information change
instantaneously.
Moreover, change from 30-day and 31-day months is done automatically
by the mechanism. A setting must be done only once a year, at the end of
February.
Always taking care of the easy readability and functionality, after
setting the month and the date, a corrector on the left side of the case
allows to change the day click by click.
Powered by the automatic P.9010/AC caliber, the Annual Calendar is an
automatic movement reflecting Panerai’s DNA in crafting complications
in addition to their Italian style and flair, with Swiss watchmaking
expertise.
A sapphire crystal open-back case showcases a fascinating
complication while the sandwich dial features distinguishing codes of
the Maison – the months, days, and the name of the complication,
Calendario Annuale, are written in Italian.
Emblematic Radiomir details shape its design, its cushion-shaped
case, signature gradient sunbrushed sandwich dial filled with
Super-Luminova® cone-shaped crown, and a 45mm case.
Panerai’s spirit in the quest for technical innovation pairs this new
movement with cases crafted from its innovative materials. PAM01363,
with a sun-brushed blue shaded dial that transitions from a light center
to a darker gradient at the edges and a blue hand-dyed matt alligator
strap, is set in a 45mm Goldtech™ case. Panerai Goldtech™ is a gold
material developed for the first time by Panerai, including a
combination of platinum and copper, giving an intense red appearance.
A complication as remarkable as the heritage it embodies, the Annual
Calendar finds its appeal among connoisseurs who look for the finest
details and are curious about watches to tell time and seek pleasure in
aesthetics and authenticity. Reaffirming its Italian roots, Panerai
introduces the Experience edition, PAM01432, the third reference of the
collection where the purchase of the timepiece will allow clients to
participate in an unexpected experience to immerse in the values of the
Maison.
The Experience edition features a sunbrushed burgundy shaded
dial, a black hand-dyed matte alligator strap and is set in a 45mm
Platinumtech™ case. Every owner of this timepiece will be invited to
participate in an extraordinary journey to the Eternal City, Rome, the
capital of Italy. The experience will immerse participants in the
essence of the brand through events that combine artisanal know-how,
culture and tours of historical sites.
All two references feature Panerai’s adjustable BDR buckle – PAM01363
buckle in Panerai Goldtech™ and PAM01432 in white gold – matched to the
timepiece’s case for ease of wear, added security, and as an elegant
finishing touch to protect the complication. The Annual Calendar
collection is a boutique exclusive.
The Annual Calendar collection is a boutique exclusive.
Radiomir California First ever 45mm size for the California Dial
As part of the Radiomir family, Panerai introduces an exciting
timepiece featuring neverbefore-seen details from the Maison. The
Radiomir California PAM01349 is the first time ever that a California
dial is crafted in 45mm, historically always produced in 47mm, while its
color in green makes the watch a collector’s worthy piece.
Inspired by Ref 3646 from the archives of the Maison, the PaneraiCalifornia Dial is characterised by alternating Roman and Arabic
numerals, bar indexes, and a minute track. The hours 10, 11, 1, and 2
are marked with Roman numerals, while those for hours 4, 5, 7, and 8 are
marked with Arabic numerals, resulting in a dial where every half is
distinguished by the two different types of numerals.
With a case set in Brunito eSteel™- a brand-new finishing and
first-ever in the history of Panerai, the timepiece showcases a
characteristic antiquated look, accentuating its appeal to watch
connoisseurs in search of authenticity and storied timepieces.
Every case is hand-finished one by one to create a seasoned look,
giving each watch a unique character. The intently weathered effect of
the eSteel™ case, created via PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition), is
paired with a cushion-shaped 45mm case, slim wire lugs, and a hollowed
green dial featuring a shaded texturized creativity.
The Super-LumiNova®
highlights the iconic California indexes in beige, illuminating in
green when in the dark, while the vintage appeal of the dial is
accentuated with metallic blue hands and a domed sapphire crystal
reminiscent of the Plexiglas® crystal used in the early versions of the
Radiomir developed for the Italian military. The watch also has a
cone-shaped crown, a design that distinguishes the Radiomir collection
from other Panerai timepieces.
PAM01349 comes with a supple calf leather raw cut strap with 3 points
seams in dark brown with contrast stitching. The strap features a
detail that is exclusive only to this timepiece, a hot printed
inscription of ‘G. Panerai e Figlio’, the exact same phrase found on the
signage of the original Panerai workshop in Florence.
The hand-wound P.5000 calibre powers the Radiomir California and
features an eight-day power reserve, a long power reserve used
historically by Panerai. The iconic 8 days movement is visible thanks to
the open case-back in sapphire crystal.
A distinctive element and DNA
of the brand, the long power reserve was vital for the Panerai pieces
used by underwater commandos of the Italian Navy, guaranteeing
reliability even in the most extreme conditions of use.
The Radiomir California Dial is exclusively available in Panerai boutiques
Radiomir Otto Giorni Hand finished eSteel™ case for a vintage appeal A Panerai brand-new finishing where every timepiece has a unique character.
An absolute homage to the original Radiomir and its enduring legacy
in shaping modern Panerai interpretations, the new Radiomir Otto Giorni
references feature strong vintage aesthetics that expounds on its retro
spirit. Showcasing a characteristic antiquated look, it is inspired by
the very first Radiomir prototype in 1935 which measured 47mm in
diameter.
The 1935 model’s entirely new dimensions of its time and
design were conceived by the need for excellent readability in often
murky waters near military ports. Its robustness, water resistance, and
ease of reading sealed it as the sought-after instrument across
different military units for various missions.
To fulfil the
ever-demanding military requirements, the Panerai family continuously
improved on the original model introducing elements that include the now
iconic sandwich dial to make the hour markers and numerals even more
legible and luminescent.
The new Radiomir Otto Giorni continues this legacy accentuating its
appeal to watch connoisseurs in search of authenticity and storied
timepieces. Every Radiomir Otto Giorni eSteel™ case is hand-finished one
by one to create a seasoned look, giving each watch a unique character.
The intently weathered effect of the eSteel™ case, created via PVD
(Physical Vapor Deposition), is paired with defining elements of the
original Radiomir created for the Royal Italian Navy – cushion-shaped
case, slim wire lugs, and signature sandwich dial.
The Super-LumiNova®
dial features a small seconds display at 9 o’clock, the case has an open
back, and the sapphire glass crystal is domed, reminiscent of the
Plexiglass® crystal of the past. The watch also has a cone-shaped crown,
a design that distinguishes the Radiomir collection from other Panerai
timepieces.
PAM01347 has a grainy-shaded dark brown dial and PAM01348 in blue.
All the dials transition from a light center to a darker gradient at the
edges to give depth to its grainy appearance. The Radiomir Otto Giorni
’s distinctive grainy dials are an ode to the historic Radiomir watches
that evolved in colors and appearance over time because of the
anodization process of some historic dials made from aluminium.
The hand-wound P.5000 calibre powers the Radiomir Otto Giorni and
features an eight-day power reserve, a long power reserve used
historically by Panerai. The iconic 8days movement is visible thanks to
the open case-back in sapphire crystal. A distinctive element and DNA
of the brand, the long power reserve was vital for the Panerai pieces
used by underwater commandos of the Italian Navy, guaranteeing
reliability even in the most extreme conditions of use.
The dial with
the term 8 giorni brevettato decal at hour 3 pays homage to Panerai’s
roots of 1956 watches, where this graphic inscription comes to life for
the first time on the Egiziano model.
The two Radiomir Otto Giorni references are available exclusively in Panerai boutiques.
Radiomir Quaranta in Goldtech™ A versatile and understated silhouette shines in Panerai’s Goldtech™
The contemporary and most versatile of Radiomir interpretations,
Radiomir Quaranta, now comes in Panerai Goldtech™ material, expressing
the spirit of its original precision through its continuing innovative
pursuits.
Debuting at Watches & Wonders 2023 in Geneva, the Radiomir
Quaranta Goldtech™ is set in a polished Goldtech™ case (PAM01026),
matched with a white sun-brushed dial and a matt brown alligator strap.
Panerai Goldtech™ is a gold material developed for the first time by
Panerai including a combination of platinum and copper donating an
intense red appearance.
A faithful homage to where it all began, Radiomir Quaranta, is the
contemporary interpretation of the Maison’s first-ever watch bringing
the look of the legendary navy divers of the 1940s to discerning watch
lovers of the modern century. Pared down yet commanding in presence,
Radiomir Quaranta features elements distinctly linked to its origins,
appealing to connoisseurs who identify with the brand’s history and
expertise. Iconic details and precision are reinvented in a collection
expressing the discreet Italian elegance of the Maison’s roots, where
culture meets its esteemed technical instrument-making expertise.
Quaranta, forty in Italian, stands for the 40mm case size that
defines the collection’s essence – a contemporary adaptation of the 47mm
size of the original Radiomir edition made some eight decades ago.
Measuring 10.15mm in thickness, the watch’s case is the slimmest in the
entire Panerai’s range, proposing a versatile silhouette for all genders
and occasions. Radiomir Quaranta Goldtech™ features a cone-shaped crown
– a distinguishing element of the Radiomir collection – and paired with
its matte alligator strap, exudes understated and relaxed luxury to
match modern lifestyles.
Every detail embodies the contemporary spirit of the watch; the
iconic cushion-shaped case, the white sun-brushed sandwich dial features
indexes and numerals only at twelve and six o’clock and reflects light
rays with the movement of the wearer, while the beige Super- Luminova®
illuminates in green in the dark. The strap is interchangeable from
Panerai’s extensive range of colors, and finishes, including calf for a
casual look and shiny alligator versions in a multitude of bright shades
for women. Available for purchase separately, the wide selections allow
wearers to style the Radiomir Quaranta Goldtech™ for every mood and
occasion.
Technical details include the P.900 calibre, a 4.2mm thick
next-generation automatic movement, the first of its size from Panerai
to combine the date and three days of power reserve, water-resistance to
3 bar (~30 metres), which will soon also be available up to 5 bar (~50
metres), and a Panerai Goldtech™ buckle.
Created by Panerai,
15 ½ lignes, 4.5 mm thick, 21 jewels,
Glucydur® balance, 21,600
alternations/hour. Incabloc Parechoc® anti-shock device. Two barrels. 146 components. Power Reserve: 8 dayss.
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds Case
Diameter 45mm, Brunito eSteel™. Brunito eSteel™ bazel. See through sapphire crystal and Brunito eSteel™ caseback. Sapphire crystal formed of corundum Waterproof: 10 bar (~100 metres) Dial
Degradé blue with luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers.
Created by Panerai,
15 ½ lignes, 4.5 mm thick, 21 jewels,
Glucydur® balance, 21,600
alternations/hour. Incabloc Parechoc® anti-shock device. Two barrels. 146 components. Power Reserve: 8 days Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds Case
Diameter 45mm, Brunito eSteel™. Brunito eSteel™ bazel. See through sapphire crystal and Brunito eSteel™ caseback. Sapphire crystal formed of corundum Waterproof: 10 bar (~100 metres) Dial
Degradé Brown with luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers.
