Panerai is presenting the new Luminor Quaranta Carbotech™ PAM01526, in a world premiere that will take place at the 2024 Salón Internacional Alta Relojería México (SIAR).
Designed for a sporty and assertive look, PAM01526 captures the distinctive aesthetic of the Luminor in a smaller dimension, retaining the Maison’s signature elements – the recognisable crown protecting device with lever, sandwich dial and solid lugs – as well as high technical standards.
“To celebrate the 2024 Salón Internacional Alta Relojería México, we are excited to unveil
Jean-Marc Pontroué, CEO, Panerai
the new Luminor Quaranta Carbotech™ PAM01526. Catering to the evolving needs of our
clientele, it is designed to be remarkably light with enhanced wearability and durability. A
significant milestone in our journey, combining our timeless heritage with our manufacture’s
advanced technical expertise.”
For the first time ever, the Luminor Quaranta will feature a Carbotech™ case, a material renowned for its lightweight and robust nature, crafted from carbon fibres. The manufacturing process of Carbotech™ involves compressing carbon fibre sheets at a precise temperature and high pressure along with PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone), a technical polymer that binds the composite, enhancing its strength and longevity. The resultant Carbotech™ plates boast superior mechanical properties and performance in terms of strength-to-weight ratio, enabling very comfortable ergonomics while being resistant to tough wear conditions. Excelling in resistance to external forces and corrosion, Carbotech™ is 80% lighter than steel, 73% lighter than ceramic and 64% lighter than titanium. The uneven, matt black surface, which varies according to the cutting of the material, lends every singular watch a slightly different appearance, giving each piece a unique character.
PAM01526 is paired with a matte green sandwich dial for a sophisticated yet dynamic appearance, intersecting customer’s appeal for this particular colour. The white Super-LumiNova® X1 on the dial and hands glow green in the dark, maintaining legibility in low light conditions.
At its heart lies the automatic P.900 movement, renowned for its reliability and with a 3-day power reserve. The P.900 is an automatic caliber that integrates expansive function within the confines of remarkably streamlined proportions. Measuring 121/2 lignes (28mm) in diameter and only 4.2 mm thick, the movement is among the slimmest automatic calibers in the Panerai portfolio.
A see-through sapphire crystal and titanium DLC open case back allows a view of the P.900 movement. Remarkably, the watch’s total weight is less than 100 grams, making it exceptionally lightweight for everyday wear. Water resistant up to 30 BAR (~300 meters) – a first for a Luminor Quaranta model – this watch has been rigorously tested, subjecting it to a pressure up to 25% greater than the guaranteed water resistance value to ensure it meets Panerai’s stringent standards.
Technical Specifications:
Luminor Quaranta Carbotech™
PAM01526
Movement: Automatic mechanical, P.900 calibre, 121/2 lignes, 4.2 mm thick, 23 jewels, 28,800 alternations/hour. Incabloc® anti-shock device. One barrel. 171components.
Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds, date.
Power Reserve: 3 days.
Case: 40mm, CarbotechTM. CarbotechTM Bezel. Screwed, see-through sapphire crystal and titanium DLC case-back.
Dial: Green sandwich matt with white Super-LumiNova®
Strap: Rubber military green. Trapezoidal brushed titanium DLC coating buckle. PAM Click Release System.
Water resistance: 30 BAR (~300 meters)
Price (RRP): £11,400
For more information please visit Panerai