Panerai continues to push boundaries alongside Mike Horn with the new Submersible QuarantaQuattro Mike Horn Edition PAM01676.
One of the greatest living explorers and a Panerai ambassador for over two decades, Horn is renowned for his unmatched knowledge of our planet, gained through traversing every accessible mile of land and sea, often under extreme conditions. From polar expeditions to high-altitude climbs without oxygen support, Horn’s feats reflect Panerai’s spirit of daring and innovation, and in crafting reliable precision instruments to accompany his quest to go beyond limits.
“We are proud to have Mike Horn as our Ambassador, an extraordinary individual who
Jean-Marc Pontroué, CEO, Panerai
embodies the spirit of adventure and a deep commitment to preserving our planet. Through
his decades of exploration, Mike has become a guardian for the wonders of the natural world,
sharing his experiences while inspiring others. With the new Submersible QuarantaQuattro
Mike Horn Edition, we celebrate this meaningful partnership, continuing to accompany him
on his relentless pursuits with our timepieces.”
With the goal of designing innovative and reliable instruments empowering modern heroes in their daily quests, Submersible represents the line dedicated to pushing the boundaries of watchmaking. From high-tech materials to elevated water resistance and high luminosity, the Collection celebrates Panerai’s historical association with the world of the sea as its natural playground as well as the pursuit for superior performance, functionality and durability crafting professional survival tools to withstand the harshest conditions.
“Over the last two decades, we have woven a tapestry of memorable moments, sharing
Mike Horn, Explorer
the highs of my expeditions together with Panerai’s watchmaking innovations by my side.
A human connection rooted in our joint commitment to extreme performance, Panerai’s
survival instruments have shaped my approach to adventure, making every personal
expedition a shared triumph.”
With a bold and robust build suited for extreme adventures, the 44mm brushed steel case is matched with a blue vertical brushed dial, a recurring colour in previous timepieces in the Mike Horn series, reflecting the shared passion of Horn and Panerai for the sea and unknown territories. The timepiece features a unidirectional rotating steel bezel with a polished blue ceramic disk – ensuring higher resistance to scratches than a metal one, essential for withstanding unintended contact with various objects the bezel is usually exposed to and might cause it damage. The bezel rotates only counterclockwise, allowing for the calculation of immersion time – a crucial feature for a diving instrument.
Its rubberised blue crown prioritises functionality and durability, providing a superior grip, even in wet conditions. The brushed finish of the case contrasts with the polished bezel and applied indices creating a play of lights underscoring Panerai’s Swiss watchmaking expertise. The closed case back is engraved with Mike Horn’s signature.
The dial features large luminescent hour markers and hands for improved visibility in low-light conditions while the big indexes are designed for enhanced readability, especially useful for adventures in challenging environments. These indexes are wider by 20% in diameter with an expanded Super-LumiNova® X1 surface area by 45%, ensuring greater luminescence. A small seconds sub-dial is positioned at 9 o’clock, distinguished by a yellow hand that stands out for easy reading.
At the heart of the PAM01676 is the automatic P.900, a caliber renowned for its reliability with a 3-day power reserve. The P.900 is an automatic caliber that integrates expansive function within the confines of remarkably streamlined proportions. It measures 12½ lignes (28mm) in diameter and is only 4.2 mm thick. The energy necessary to accumulate a power reserve of three days is delivered by a bidirectional oscillating weight and stored in a single barrel. Its balance wheel, oscillating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, is securely fixed in position by a balance cock. The caliber is equipped with a stop-second function that enables precise time setting.
Engineered for quests that go beyond limits like those embodied by Horn, the watch boasts a water resistance up to 30 BAR, approximately 300 meters. This timepiece has been rigorously tested, subjecting it to a pressure 25% greater than the guaranteed water resistance value to ensure it meets Panerai’s stringent standards.
Ensuring versatility and style to accompany in any personal pursuit, the watch comes with two strap options – a first blue rubber strap and a second blue bi-material strap.
Technical Specifications:
PAM01676
Submersible QuarantaQuattro Mike Horn Edition
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.
Power Reserve: 3 days.
Case: 44mm, Brushed steel. Steel bezel with polished blue ceramic disk. Blue rubberised crown. Steel screwed case-back.
Dial: Blue vertical brushed with white Super-LumiNova® X1
Strap: Blue rubber. Trapezoidal brushed steel PIN buckle.
Water resistance: 30 BAR (~300 meters)
Price (RRP): £10,300.00
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