New Release
kglaw's 2010 post unveiled the Panerai PAM 386 Luminor Marina Composite, sparking immediate discussion among collectors about its innovative material and design. This article delves into the community's initial reactions, comparing the PAM 386 to other composite models and exploring its significance within Panerai's evolving product strategy.
Just saw this and wanted to get your thoughs on this new model. Looks like Panerai is now using the Composite material on the Luminor case. I think Anthony was the first to predict that Panerai would be doing this.
Mods, please delete if I'm breaking some rules.
Some pics that I saw on the net and description.
Presenting the Pam 386. 
With automatic movement Panerai P.9000, the box Panerai Luminor 1950 in Composite ® and the strict observance of the functional and aesthetic codes that make each one unique watch Panerai, the Luminor Marina Automatic Composite 1950 3 Days - 44 mm, to be officially presented sihha in 2011, is a classic example of the Panerai tradition of innovation and quality.
The box Luminor 1950 and the bridge protecting the crown are made of composite Panerai ®, a synthetic ceramic used in high watchmaking first by Officine Panerai, created by an electrochemical process involving the transformation of aluminum. The Composite Panerai ® is much lighter than ceramic, but at the same time is much harder and stronger than steel and, moreover, is dull and looks very different.
The big brown dial, unadorned, has sandwich construction consisting of two superimposed layers containing the Super-LumiNova ® forming the numerals and hour markers fluorescent. He has the classic Panerai style, reflected by its thickness and high readability even in the dark. The display is protected by a sapphire crystal with smoked antirrefletivo treatment.
The automatic movement P.9000, which can be seen through the sapphire crystal back, is 13 ¾ lines in diameter and 7.9 mm thick, and was entirely designed and built in the manufacture Officine Panerai in Neuchâtel. This gauge has a date function, small seconds at 9 o'clock and a power reserve of three days, guaranteed for two mainspring barrels connected in series with an oscillating weight that loads the springs in both directions.
The Luminor Marina Automatic Composite 1950 3 Days - 44 mm is water resistant to 30 atm (300 meters) and comes with an aged brown leather strap with a clasp of the same color composite. Identified by the reference PAM00386, it is part of the Contemporary collection.
Reference PAM00386 - Technical Specifications
Movement
Automatic mechanical, Panerai P.9000 caliber, executed entirely by Panerai, 13 ¾ lignes, 7.9 mm thick, 28 rubies, balance Glucydur ®, 28,800 alternations / hour. Anti-shock Incabloc ®. Reserve of three days, two drums. 197 components.
Functions
Hours, minutes, small seconds, date
Box
Diameter of 44 mm, Panerai ® Composite brown, with integrated rim
Fund
Smoked transparent sapphire crystal
Device protecting the crown
Protected as a trademark in Panerai ® Composite Brown
Display
Brown with Arabic numerals and luminous hour markers. Date at 3 o'clock, small seconds at 9 o'clock
Crystal
Sapphire, 2.6 mm thick. Coating antirrefletivo
Water resistance
30 atm (300 meters)
Bracelet
Panerai personalized leather bracelet brown aged, with a large buckle closure Composite in the same color. Supplied with a second interchangeable strap and a steel screwdriver
This message has been edited by AnthonyTsai on 2010-11-16 20:02:31
The PAM197 represents Panerai's Radiomir 8 Day Power Reserve model in a 45mm configuration. This reference distinguishes itself within the Radiomir 8 Day series through its pink gold case construction paired with a black dial configuration.
The 45mm case is executed in pink gold and houses the black dial. The substantial case diameter provides the characteristic presence associated with this model series while the precious metal construction elevates the overall execution.
This reference appeals to collectors seeking a precious metal iteration within the Radiomir 8 Day lineup. The pink gold case material positions the PAM197 as a higher-tier option within the series, offering an alternative to standard steel variants for those prioritizing precious metal construction in their collection.
This brown colored composite material absolutely fits in Panerai watches perfectly.. If one think I would like to change on this watch is the date... If it doesn't have a date function this could be what I'm looking for next year... Best, Sam
Looks great! Hmmm, I am noticing that this watch doesn't have the push button strap bar release as other models do. Instead, it's got screwed spring bars. Interesting detail, I guess the Composite case may not be easy to work with to put the strap bar release system in. This is no loss, since the strap bar release system is questionable to begin with. I do like this watch A LOT, but I did wish it were 47MM! This message has been edited by patrick_y on 2010-11-13 23:22:30
it's going to go places, the watch is very nice and I'm sure they'll make others with the 'stuff' (or so I hope).... Cheers - Sergio
This is likely to be on my 2011 wishlist!
Minus date, and being a hand-wound of course! Cheers Stephen
I wish it is a regular production along side with other cal 9000 models!
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