For more than two decades, Panerai and Mike Horn have shared a profound connection, a synergy of values that has led to the creation of exceptional timepieces.
To celebrate this enduring union, Panerai has created the Submersible GMT Titanio Mike Horn Experience Edition PAM01670, a limited-edition timepiece that will unlock a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for its owners to join the explorer on a breathtaking voyage to one of the world’s most mystical destinations, Bhutan.
Horn, a Panerai ambassador for over 20 years, 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, his extraordinary adventures and resilience mirror Panerai’s values, as the Maison continues to craft reliable precision instruments that accompany Horn on his quests to go beyond limits.
“The Submersible GMT Titanio Mike Horn Experience Edition, a watchmaking feat for its innovative materials and unwavering technical reliability, will grant exclusive access to a fortunate few to join Mike Horn on an unforgettable Panerai experience to Bhutan, one of Earth’s most awe-inspiring destinations. Through immersive priceless activities, overcoming challenges that will push guests to defy physical and mental limits as we continue to overstep the boundaries together, the timepiece embodies our shared spirit of adventure and commitment to offering extraordinary experiences around the globe, creating lasting memories and fostering a genuine sense of community to enrich the lives of our clientele.”
Jean-Marc Pontroué, CEO, Panerai
An innovative initiative launched in 2019, the Panerai Experience Program provides owners of limited-edition Experience watches with unparalleled opportunities to engage with the Maison on a deeper level. Beyond highly curated itineraries – offering singular moments that are usually inaccessible and cannot be bought – the program creates an environment where lasting memories are forged and a genuine sense of community is nurtured. Priceless intimate encounters that define luxury in a whole new sense.
“I’m honoured to be leading another Panerai expedition in the exciting discovery of the most remote areas of Bhutan, sharing my know-how with guests on site to champion them in overcoming limits along the way as well as putting the new timepiece to the test as the essential companion throughout the journey. Embracing bravery, taking risks and continually striving for more will be key factors in making this experience one of a kind.”
Mike Horn, Panerai Ambassador
To immerse its clients in the thrilling world of exploration, PAM01670 will allow owners to partake in a breathtaking journey through Bhutan led by Mike Horn himself. Tapping into Panerai’s adventure pillar, showcasing the technicity, durability and versatility side of Panerai timepieces out in the wild, it is a celebration of the Maison’s exploring spirit. The journey will challenge both mental and physical boundaries to freely unfold guests’ personalities as modern heroes, while performing adrenaline pumping activities supported by their survival instruments.
Precision, toughness and reliability, PAM01670 combines cutting-edge materials, innovative technology and exceptional Swiss technicity. The 47mm case is crafted from Grade 5 Titanium using Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS), an additive fabrication process that optimizes weight while maintaining superior mechanical resistance. This high-tech material is 40% lighter and 60% harder than steel, making it an ideal companion for Horn’s remarkable feats. The timepiece features a unidirectional rotating bezel made of Carbotech™, a lightweight and corrosion-resistant composite material that is 80% lighter than steel and 64% lighter than titanium. Each Carbotech™ bezel has a distinctive pattern, ensuring that no two watches are exactly alike. The bezel rotates only counterclockwise, allowing for the calculation of immersion time – a crucial feature for a diving instrument.
PAM01670 presents an open-worked display that allows a glimpse into the watch’s mechanical construction where the Super-LumiNova® X1 coating on indices and hands magnifies the spectacular nature of the design in darkness and serves as an aesthetic nod to Panerai’s deep connection with the field of luminescence. The timepiece is further enriched by a patented polarized date display – an exclusive Panerai innovation – allowing a view of the date indication only through the opening at 3 o’clock, without obscuring the mechanism of its skeletonized movement, synonym of the Maison’s commitment in elevating its functional design. Laser-engraved numerals on a transparent crystal disc become visible only when passing through the polarised date opening at 3 o’clock.
At the heart of the PAM01670 is the P.4001/S automatic calibre – a high-tech interpretation of a skeletonized movement, showcasing the intricate inner workings of the watch through its expertly crafted openwork design. With high-precision open-worked bridges, each component of the calibre is a result of Panerai’s watchmaking technical expertise and bold design, creating a timepiece that is as visually stunning as it is mechanically impressive. With a diameter of 13 ¾ lignes (31mm) and composed of 341 components, it beats at a frequency of 4 Hz (28,800 alternations/hour) and boasts an impressive power reserve of 3 days, whose indicator is strategically placed on the reverse side for subtle visibility, ensuring reliable and precise timekeeping even during the most demanding adventures. The off-centered bidirectional micro-rotor is made primarily of tungsten, a dense and heavy material that efficiently winds the two barrels.
Enriching the PAM01670 is the GMT complication, displayed with a second orange hour hand referencing the colours of Bhutan’s flag and a small AM/PM indicator at 9 o’clock, enhancing the watch’s functionality and versatility. Excellent for adventurers and travellers like Mike Horn, this complication allows for easy tracking of a second time zone.
With a water resistance up to 50 bar, approximately 500 meters, improved by 67% compared to previous Submersible models, this watch is built to withstand the most challenging environments. The timepiece has been rigorously tested, subjecting it to a pressure up to 25% greater than the guaranteed water resistance value to ensure it exceeds Panerai’s stringent standards.
With the goal of designing innovative and reliable instruments empowering modern heroes in their daily quests, Submersible represents the line dedicated to overcome the limits 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
Limited to just 30 pieces, the Submersible GMT Titanio Mike Horn Experience Edition PAM01670 is set to debut in December 2024.
Technical Specifications:
Submersible GMT Titanio Mike Horn Experience Edition
PAM01670
Movement: Automatic mechanical, P.4001/S caliber, 13¾ lignes, 7.36 mm thick, 31 jewels, Glucydur® balance, 28,800 alternations/hour. KIF Parechoc® anti-shock device. Two barrels. 341 components. Off-centered oscillating weight in tungsten.
Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds, polarized date, GMT with AM/PM indicator.
Power Reserve: 3 days.
Case: 47mm, Titanium DMLS. CarbotechTM bezel. Titanium open case-back. Sapphire crystal.
Strap: Black bi-material. Titanium Trapezoidal PIN buckle.
Water resistance: 50 BAR (~500 meters)
Price: RRP £65,900
Officine Panerai is not the registered owner of the Super-LumiNova®, Glucydur® and Parechoc® trademarks.
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