Founded in Florence in 1860, Panerai has long been a symbol of precision and luxury. Originally supplying the Italian Navy with top-tier diving instruments, the brand’s iconic designs, including the Luminor and Radiomir, remained shrouded in secrecy for years. Today, Panerai continues to blend Italian design with Swiss horological expertise, crafting exquisite timepieces in their Neuchâtel manufacture.
Introducing the Luminor Quaranta™ BiTempo Goldtech PAM01641
The Luminor Quaranta collection perfectly balances heritage and modern innovation, capturing the beloved aesthetic of the Luminor series in a refined 40mm case. The new Luminor Quaranta™ BiTempo Goldtech PAM01641 expands this collection, featuring a GMT function housed in a precious Panerai Goldtech™ case—a unique blend of gold, platinum, and copper, offering an intense red hue and resistance to tarnishing.
Precision Engineering
At the heart of the 40mm brushed Panerai Goldtech™ case lies the P.900/GMT automatic caliber. Renowned for its reliability, this movement boasts a 3-day power reserve, delivered by a bidirectional oscillating weight and stored in a single barrel. The movement’s slim proportions—12½ lignes (28mm) in diameter and only 4.2mm thick—are a testament to Panerai’s engineering prowess. Its balance wheel, oscillating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, ensures precise timekeeping, while the stop-second function allows for exact time setting.
Dual Time, Enhanced Usability
The GMT complication with a 12-hour display is a nod to Panerai’s early 2000s models, adding a practical dimension for those tracking multiple time zones. The gilded blue tip of the GMT hand illuminates in low-light conditions, enhancing legibility and aesthetic appeal. A larger, more prominent date display further improves readability.
Timeless Design Elements
Reflecting Panerai’s rich history, the Luminor Quaranta™ BiTempo features a discrete minuterie inspired by early 2000s watches. The cushion-shaped case and signature crown-protecting bridge, ensuring water resistance up to 10 bar (~100 meters), are quintessential Luminor elements. The sun-brushed black sandwich dial with white Super-LumiNova® hour markers provides clear visibility, while the see-through sapphire crystal case back offers a glimpse into the watch’s intricate workings.
Elegant Versatility
The timepiece comes with a black alligator leather strap with T/T stitching and a brushed Panerai Goldtech™ trapezoidal buckle. The PAM Click Release System™ allows for easy switching to the included black rubber strap, offering versatility for different occasions.
Available Now
The new Luminor Quaranta™ BiTempo Goldtech PAM01641 is available from July 2024. With its combination of heritage, innovation, and timeless design, this watch is a testament to Panerai’s enduring legacy and commitment to excellence.
Specifications at a Glance
- Movement: P.900/GMT automatic mechanical, 12½ lignes, 5.2mm thick, 23 jewels, 28,800 alternations/hour, Incabloc® anti-shock device, 186 components.
- Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small seconds, date, GMT 12 hours, stop seconds reset device.
- Power Reserve: 3 days.
- Case: 40mm, brushed Panerai Goldtech™.
- Dial: Black sandwich sun-brushed with white Super-LumiNova® Arabic numerals and hour markers, date at 3 o’clock, small seconds at 9 o’clock.
- Strap: Black alligator with T/T stitching, brushed Panerai Goldtech™ buckle, PAM Click Release System™.
- Water Resistance: 10 bar (~100 meters).
Experience the fusion of history and modernity with the Luminor Quaranta™ BiTempo Goldtech, a true masterpiece from Panerai.