First presented as a prototype ‘military underwater watch’ in 1935, the Radiomir has become a true icon within the Panerai family of timepieces.
At the start of the 20th century, Officine Panerai was commissioned by the Royal Italian Navy to supply high-precision instruments, and with the inventive genius of the founder’s grandson Guido Panerai (above), the patented Radiomir was created in 1916, a radium-based substance that allows for “self-luminous sights for launching torpedoes at night and for firing weapons in general.” The success of this invention sealed Panerai’s destiny, setting the brand on a ground-breaking journey along with the missions of the Italian Navy.
A ground-breaking first for the Annual Calendar complication
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 (above left). 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.
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.
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.
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.
First ever 45mm size for the California Dial
As part of the Radiomir family, Panerai introduces an exciting timepiece featuring never-before-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 colour in green makes the watch a collector’s worthy piece.
Inspired by Ref 3646 from the archives of the Maison, the Panerai California 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.
Technical Specifications:
Radiomir Annual calendar
PAM01363
Movement: Automatic mechanical, P.9010/AC calibre,16 lignes, 7.90 mm thick, 40 jewels, 28,800 alternations/hour.
Incabloc™ anti-shock device. Two barrels. 316 components
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small seconds, Annual Calendar
Power Reserve: 3 days
Case: 45mm polished Panerai Goldtech™, polished Panerai
Goldtech™ bezel. See-through sapphire crystal and Panerai Goldtech™ caseback.
Sapphire crystal formed of corondum
Dial: Blue sun-brushed with luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers. Day and date at 3 o’clock and small seconds at 9 o’clock. Months indicator on the rehaut.
Strap: Dark blue alligator strap, STD, 27/22, BDR.
Polished Panerai Goldtech™ buckle.
Waterproof: 10 bars (~100 meters)
Price: £33,800
PAM01432
Movement: Automatic mechanical, P.9010/AC calibre,16 lignes, 7.90 mm thick, 40 jewels, 28,800 alternations/hour.
Incabloc™ anti-shock device. Two barrels. 316 components
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small seconds, Annual Calendar
Power Reserve: 3 days
Case: 45mm polished Panerai Platinumtech™, polished Panerai
Platinumtech™ bezel. See-through sapphire crystal and Panerai Platinumtech™ caseback.
Sapphire crystal formed of corondum
Dial: Burgundy sun-brushed with luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers. Day and date at 3 o’clock and small seconds at 9 o’clock. Months indicator on the rehaut.
Strap: Black alligator strap, STD, 27/22, BDR.
Polished Panerai Goldtech™ buckle.
Waterproof: 10 bars (~100 meters)
Price: £78,300
Radiomir Otto Giorni
PAM01347
Movement: Hand-wound mechanical, P.5000 calibre, created by Panerai, 15 ½ lignes, 4.5 mm thick, 21 jewels, Glucydur® balance, 21,600 alternations/hour.
Incabloc® anti-shock device. Two barrels. 146 components.
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds
Power Reserve: 8 days
Case: Diameter 45mm, Brunito eSteel™. Brunito eSteel™ bazel.
See through sapphire crystal and Brunito eSteel™ caseback.
Sapphire crystal formed of corundum
Dial: Dégradé Brown with luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers. Small seconds at 9 o’clock
Strap: Cuoio Toscano calf leather dark brown, beige stitching, STD, 27/22, BA. Trapeziodal Brunito steel.
Waterproof: 10 bar (~100 metres)
Price: £8,400
PAM01348
Movement: Hand-wound mechanical, P.5000 calibre, created by Panerai, 15 ½ lignes, 4.5 mm thick, 21 jewels, Glucydur® balance, 21,600 alternations/hour.
Incabloc® anti-shock device. Two barrels. 146 components.
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds
Power Reserve: 8 days
Case: Diameter 45mm, Brunito eSteel™. Brunito eSteel™ bazel.
See through sapphire crystal and Brunito eSteel™ caseback
Sapphire crystal formed of corundum
Dial: Degradé blue with luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers. Small seconds at 9 o’clock
Strap: Calf dark blue, Ecrue, 27/22, BA, STD.
Trapeziodal Brunito steel buckle.
Waterproof: 10 bar (~100 metres)
Price: £8,400
Radiomir Quaranta Goldtech™
PAM01026
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: 40mm polished Panerai Goldtech™, polished Panerai Goldtech™ bezel, see-through sapphire crystal and polished Panerai Goldtech™ caseback, sapphire crystal formed of corundum.
Dial: White sun-brushed with luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers. Date at 3 o’clock and small seconds at 9 o’clock.
Strap: Alligator dark brown, T/T, 24/18, BA, STD.
Polished Panerai Goldtech™ buckle.
Waterproof: 5 bar (~50 metres)
Price: £15,700
Radiomir California
PAM01349
Movement: Hand-wound mechanical, P.5000 calibre, created by Panerai, 15 ó lignes, 4.5 mm thick, 21 jewels, Glucydur® balance, 21,600 alternations/hour.
KIF Parechoc® anti-shock device. Two barrels.
Functions: Hours, Minutes.
Power Reserve: 8 days
Case: Diameter 45mm, Brunito eSteel™. Brunito eSteel™ bezel.
Brunito eSteel™ caseback. Sapphire crystal formed of corondum
Dial: Shared green with luminous Arabic and Roman numerals and hour markers
Strap: Dark brown Ponte Vecchio calf leather, ecru stitching,
STD, 27/22, BA. Trapezoidal Brunito steel
Waterproof: 10 bar (~100 metres)
Price: £10,600
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