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Panerai

Ref. PAM00995

Radiomir 1940

A limited edition stainless steel wristwatch with small seconds, military green dial, warranty and presentation box, numbered 645 of a limited edition of 1000 pieces

Estimate
HK$30,000 - 60,000
€3,300 - 6,600
$3,800 - 7,700
HK$44,450
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Panerai
Year
Circa 2021, Switzerland
Reference No
PAM00995
Movement No
068’449
Case No
OP7271, BB1967907, V0645/1000
Model Name
Radiomir 1940
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Automatic, cal. P. 4000, 31 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Leather
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless steel Panerai pin buckle
Dimensions
45mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
Accessories
Accompanied by Panerai international warranty dated 20 April 2021, Rate controls and CTMP Test certificate stamped Cortina Watch Pte Ltd, Singapore dated 20 April 2021, instruction and warranty booklet, additional Panerai fabric straps, cloth, case protector, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Catalogue Essay
• The Panerai Radiomir PAM00995 is part of the 2019 Military Green collection, a tribute to Panerai’s historic role as a supplier to the Royal Italian Navy. This model features a matte military green dial, a colour chosen to reflect rugged, field-tested aesthetics. The watch is housed in a 45mm polished steel case with the classic Radiomir 1940 cushion shape, known for its integrated lugs and absence of the Luminor’s crown guard. The dial layout is clean and legible, with luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers, and a small seconds subdial at 9 o’clock.

• The present example is paired with a natural brown leather strap, which provides a warm and earthy contrast to the watch’s matte military green dial, enhancing its vintage military aesthetic. Offered in excellent condition and accompanied by its full set of original accessories, including an additional fabric strap, this timepiece is a compelling choice for collectors. It embodies Panerai’s enduring connection to its naval heritage, while showcasing the brand’s commitment to modern craftsmanship. With its distinctive design, the present timepiece is ideal for enthusiasts who appreciate both historical significance and contemporary horology.

Panerai

Italian | 1860
Known for its robust designs and large case sizes, Officine Panerai was established in 1860 by Giovanni Panerai in Florence, Italy. Around 1900, Giovanni's grandson Guido Panerai took over, and Panerai became the supplier to the Regia Marina — the Royal Italian Navy. After supplying the navy with high-precision instruments for a number of years, Officine Panerai created Radiomir, a radium-based powder that gives luminosity to the dials of sighting instruments and devices. By 1936, the Royal Italian Navy approached Panerai again with the request to design a watch resistant to extreme underwater conditions. The watch they created became known as the "Radiomir".
Panerai's watches made during the early twentieth century era were comprised of cases designed and manufactured by Rolex SA, with Cortébert, a Swiss manufacturer, supplying the majority of their movements. The most recognizable designs from the firm are the Radiomir and Luminor. To date, vintage models from the first half of the 1900s, such as the reference 3646 and 6152 models, remain the most desirable among collectors.
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