Panerai Patina Development

Subexplorer · 2022-09-16T16:28:46Z

Explore the rapid patina development on the Panerai PAM 760 Radiomir Bronzo. Subexplorer shares insights on how sea air accelerates bronze watch aging.

Subexplorer's recent acquisition, the Panerai PAM 760 Radiomir Bronzo, offers a fascinating case study in accelerated patina development. His observations, made during a seaside vacation, highlight how environmental factors can dramatically influence the aesthetic evolution of bronze watches. This article explores Subexplorer's initial findings and integrates community insights on the unique characteristics of bronze timepieces.

… my new Pam 760.

I’m spending my vacations in a by the sea location since I received the watch about ten days ago.

Even if I never took it to the pool or sea the patina is evident including a bit of verdigris in the buckle.

Most probably just contact with my skin and air only provokes that fast change.

The patina in other bronze watches from Panerai and Tudor I own and keep in my own city and never been near the sea have developed a very little patina in years of owning.

But this bronzo Radiomir is a Champion of patina! Lol!

Best cordial regards

Abel

Key Points from the Discussion

The rapid patina on the Panerai PAM 760, including verdigris on the buckle, is likely due to contact with skin and sea air, even without direct submersion.
Other bronze watches from Panerai and Tudor owned by the author, kept in a city environment away from the sea, have developed significantly less patina over years, underscoring the impact of a marine climate.
The developing patina on the bronze case complements the green dial of the PAM 760, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
For full immersion in saltwater, it would be advisable to change the watch's strap to a more salt-water resistant material.
The Panerai PAM 760 was announced in early 2022, making its rapid patina development a fresh observation for collectors.
A fellow collector shared an image of their bronze watch being worn directly in the sea, illustrating the intended use and potential for patina development in such environments.

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MichaelC

Sep 16, 2022

Perfect with the dial! Enjoy, my Friend

Marba

Sep 16, 2022

Everyday with it. They are meant to be used and abused 😅

Subexplorer

Sep 17, 2022

Agree with you that it complements nicely with the green dial. Cheers! Abel

Subexplorer

Sep 17, 2022

Nice to know you love it KCLQMULKU! Thank you! Hagwe Abel

Subexplorer

Sep 17, 2022

Agree that it is a spectacular reference. Cheers! Abel

Subexplorer

Sep 17, 2022

Agree with you. I would need to change its straps for a more salt water resistance to get into the sea. Next time as I had no chance of changing them now. Agree these watches are meant to be worn and enjoyed at full. Best Abel

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