The unmistakable silhouette — robust case, iconic crown protective bridge, luminous numerals, and distinctive sandwich dial — is paired with an iconic 44mm case in Carbotech™, a material known for its lightness, resistance, and distinctive appearance.
Embodying the Maison’s philosophy of harmonizing heritage with cutting-edge innovation, the new Luminor Marina PAM01707 presents a distinctive aesthetic. Its 44mm case frames a captivating black dial where beige Super-LumiNova® ensures exceptional legibility alongside a precise small seconds display. This vintage aesthetic is completed by a supple vintage calf leather strap, yet it is seamlessly integrated with a high-tech material, offering enhanced performance.
The manufacturing process of Carbotech™ involves compressing carbon fiber sheets at a precise temperature and high pressure along with PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone), a superior polymer that reinforces the composite, enhancing its strength and longevity. The resultant Carbotech™ plates boast notable performance in terms of strength-to-weight ratio: 64% lighter than titanium and 80% lighter than steel, this high-tech material offers comfort on the wrist while maintaining remarkable mechanical properties and superior corrosion resistance, making it optimal for underwater conditions. Its uneven, matt black surface, which varies according to the cutting of the material, lends every single watch a slightly different appearance.
“With this new Luminor Marina we combine our iconic and robust design with high- performing Carbotech™,” states Alessandro Ficarelli, Chief Marketing and Heritage Officer.
“This advanced material, renowned for its enhanced corrosion resistance, paired with a versatile second rubber strap, ensures the watch is perfectly suited for any occasion, from daily wear to demanding underwater exploration. Its comprehensive suite of functions – including small seconds, a stop-seconds feature, and quick time adjustment – guarantees both superior functionality and effortless handling.”
Inside the PAM01707 is the P.9010 automatic calibre, conceived to support everyday reliability, practicality, and autonomy. Measuring 6 mm thick and composed of 200 components, the calibre is equipped with 31 jewels, two barrels, and a three-day power reserve. This autonomy is achieved through two series-connected barrels, which store enough energy to keep the watch running for three days, while the automatic winding system uses two reversing wheels in series to convert the bidirectional motion of the oscillating weight into energy for the movement.
The P.9010 also integrates several functions designed for accuracy. The stop-seconds mechanism allows the seconds hand to stop when the crown is pulled out, supporting exact time setting. This functionality directly harks back to Panerai’s military heritage and the critical requirement for precise time synchronization, a capability highly valued in demanding professional diving environments, such as the Navy. A quick time-change mechanism allows the hour hand to be moved forward or backward in one-hour increments without affecting the minute hand or interrupting the movement, making the watch practical for changing time zones. The balance bridge is fixed on both sides for increased stability, while four gold screws on the balance wheel allow fine regulation of its inertia, supporting long-term precision. Fully wound with 42 crown rotations, the P.9010 testifies Panerai’s dedication to manufacturing functional movements where immediate and effortless usability is paramount.
On the front, PAM01707 features a sandwich dial in matte black with beige Super-LumiNova® that glows green in the dark, echoing the color choices of Panerai’s earlier tool watches for elevated contrast and legibility. The small seconds at 9 o’clock is also a direct reference to Panerai’s vintage functions. Originally, the small seconds allowed Italian commandos to immediately verify that the watch was running, even in extreme operational conditions. On Luminor Marina PAM01707 the date function has been omitted, resulting in a purer, cleaner dial layout—echoing timepieces from the brand’s early naval commissions. The screw-down closed caseback and trapezoidal buckle are both in titanium with DLC coating, shaping a watch that measures 14.5mm in thickness and weighs around 100 grams, a proportion that is versatile for any adventures.
PAM01707 is water-resistant to 30 bar (~300 meters), embodying Panerai’s unwavering dedication to enhanced water resistance even with high-tech materials like CarbotechTM, a legacy dating back to its origins as a supplier of diving instruments for the Italian Navy. This rating is rigorously verified by Panerai’s Laboratory through an extensive testing protocol. It begins with comprehensive quality certification, where every single component of the case is meticulously checked before assembly. Before the main water resistance assessment, representative batches of each model undergo extensive laboratory testing that simulate years of real-world use to verify that the design and manufacturing meet the brand’s standards for durability, reliability and long-term performance under extreme conditions. Once the entire watch is assembled (without the strap), it proceeds to a multi- stage water resistance verification. First, a vacuum unit test is performed to prevent damage in case of waterproofness issues. Subsequently, the watch is immersed in a specialized device filled with water, simulating the indicated pressure plus an additional 25% as a safety factor, and exposed for a specific duration. To confirm absolute dryness, the watch is then heated before cold water is dropped onto the sapphire glass; any internal moisture would instantly become visible. This comprehensive water resistance test, excluding the ageing process, is performed on every individual timepiece, ensuring that the water-resistance of the timepieces is tested with then additional 25% safety factor.
The warm brown vintage-style calf leather strap’s beige stitching matches the Super- LumiNova®, bringing a lived-in touch to the dark Carbotech™ case. The watch also comes with a second black rubber strap, allowing it to shift from a more vintage look to a sportier configuration suited to marine environments and active use.
