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Panerai

Ref. PAM00587

Radiomir 1940 3 Days Marina Militare Acciaio

A fine and limited edition stainless steel wristwatch with guarantee and presentation box, numbered 146 of a limited edition of 1000 pieces

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• The Panerai Radiomir 1940 Marina Militare 3 Days Acciaio PAM587 is a limited edition wristwatch that pays tribute to Panerai’s storied military heritage. Inspired by the rare Radiomir reference 6152/1, its design captures a pivotal moment in the brand’s evolution, bridging the aesthetics of the early Radiomir and the later Luminor models. It features a bold 47mm polished steel case, a high domed Plexiglas crystal, and a sandwich dial inscribed with “Marina Militare”, honouring Panerai’s legacy as a supplier of precision instruments to the Italian Navy.

• At its heart is Panerai’s in-house calibre P.3000, a manually wound movement renowned for its robust construction, twin barrels, and oversized free-sprung balance wheel, delivering reliable performance and a three-day power reserve. The dial is complemented by gold-rimmed, luminescent “double pencil” hands, enhancing its vintage character. The present timepiece is paired with its original brown leather strap, which offers a warm contrast to the black dial.

• What distinguishes the PAM00587 is its authentic homage to Panerai’s military past, combined with contemporary horological excellence. Produced in a limited series of 1,000 pieces, the present example is numbered 146 and is offered along with its original accessories, making it a compelling acquisition for collectors who value history and craftsmanship.

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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