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Panerai Radiomir 1940 Limited Edition Chronographs Hands-On

Panerai Radiomir 1940 Limited Edition Chronographs Hands-On

Since the Fiddy, Paneristis have been clamoring for a “base” Fiddy. Additionally, the Panerai Luminor 1950 3 Days Gmt Automatic Ceramica Replica should be a regular production bit (not limited) so that everyone can have a chance of owning one in a slightly less insane price. Panerai listened, and in 2011 replied Paneristis’ prayers with the PAM 372 – a two hand 1950-style version that was not a restricted edition.As a result, the PAM 372 is arguably one of the most eagerly anticipated Panerai watches in recent times. It had been so tough to get your hands on one that I only managed to find mine – this watch you see here from the review – earlier this season. For starters, the situation is entirely polished stainless steel rather than brushed. On the other hand, the signature “apparatus protecting the crown” retains its brushed finishing. Additionally, the case also has a slightly different form. It is less chunky and contains a cushion-shape profile which is more similar to the Radiomir watches. Additionally, it has slimmer lugs.These subtle modifications to the situation has had a deep influence on the way the PAM 372 wears and looks. In general, it looks somewhat bulky, and despite its massive size, I discovered that it fits better than the bigger 44mm Luminor 1950 watches. It’s less top heavy, and sticks closer and more snugly to the wrist. I’ve got smaller 6.5-inch wrists and I found that the PAM 372 to be comfortable enough to wear the whole moment.

Panerai has a knack for SIHH novelties and this year is no exception. With a handful of special pieces being released, I’m going to focus on what caught my eye. Being rather firmly a Radiomir guy (unless we’re talking about last year’s drool-worthy 1950 Regatta 3 Days), I found myself taken by the new Radiomir 1940 Chronograph. With three limited edition versions rendered exclusively in precious metals, these aren’t your garden variety Radiomirs and their dial design eschews Panerai’s signature sparse appeal for something entirely more retro.

I’m now so happy with my PAM 321 that I am considering adding a Submersible 47mm version for my list of prospective timepiece acquisitions… And believe me that once I got the PAM 321, I believed this would be my first and last Panerai, since in the time, in my eyes that they all looked exactly the same. Now I see every model and I immediately lust at the additional attributes or slight differences. Why? Likely because it combines so much of why people like the brand like a minimalist army fashion and iconic case. Before I go on to talk about the opinion, it’s necessary to comprehend the circumstances under which this view was conceived and its significance to Panerai’s history.Back in 2002, Panerai published a Special Edition version known only as the Luminor 1950 or more famously and simply as the “Fiddy” (such as “fifty” for 1950). Limited to just 1,950 units, it wasn’t long before the Fiddy started exchanging hands at well over list price. Even now, more than a decade later, it’s exchanging hands for over double its list price.

Panerai Radiomir 1940 Limited Edition Chronographs Hands-On

While the three versions may sport different case materials and dial designs, they do have a number of shared elements. Case size is 45mm wide and, being of the “1940” Radiomir variety, they have Luminor style lugs (rather than the Radiomir’s signature wire lugs). The 1940 Chronograph is fitted with a 2.8 mm thick plexiglas crystal up front and a sapphire crystal in the rear to allow a view of the Panerai OP XXV movement. The plexiglas is likely employed to support the vintage vibe of the 1940 aesthetic.

Panerai Radiomir 1940 Limited Edition Chronographs Hands-On

Panerai Radiomir 1940 Limited Edition Chronographs Hands-On
There are reasons why folks love and use their watches. Perhaps their Panerai Luminor 1950 3 Days Chrono Flyback Replica has some psychological connection to an event in their past, perhaps it was a present, and if you’re like us (watch nerds) you simply enjoy having a useful mechanical toy on your wrist which likewise includes style. While I usually readily comprehend my fellow watch enthusiasts, I will be the first to admit that initially I didn’t know the subgroup of watch nerds that are quite frankly fanatics of the Officine Panerai brand, otherwise known as the “Paneristis”.If you aren’t familiar with this strain of watch fan, just spend a couple of minutes perusing the Paneristi forum and I pretty much guarantee that you will leave the website amazed, maybe confused, by the genuine enthusiastic and frequent articles from Paneristis all over the world. They discuss every version, post movies, speculate on new models, provide advice to novices, and even frequently throw parties (all over the world) where fellow Paneristis come for a fantastic time, make friends, and of course show off their cherished Panerai models.I was simply blown away when I found that the Paneristis and did not know why they existed in the first location. Also mesmerizing was why Panerai, a relatively recently revived watchmaking firm with limited styling, had become such an iconic brand? That is, I was ignorant, until I received my first Panerai… In this post I will review my Panerai Luminor 1950 GMT or PAM 321 while attempting to shed some light onto the Paneristi movement. While I do not consider myself a part of the “cult” however, I do now have a heard appreciation for its brand and its products and I believe I also know what the fire is all about — or at the very least I shall share with you my comments on the subject.

The three versions span an ivory dial model with a polished platinum case called the “Platino” which is limited to 50 units (PAM518), a brown dial model with an 18 ct polished red gold case called the “Oro Rosso” (PAM519) and a black dial model with an 18 ct polished white gold case called the “Oro Bianco” (PAM520). The latter two models are limited to 100 units and all models come on an alligator strap with matching tang buckle.

Panerai Radiomir 1940 Limited Edition Chronographs Hands-On

It’s pretty tough to say which is my favorite as the Platino has a beautiful ivory dial with blued steel accents for the chronograph register and chronograph seconds. This would definitely be one to see in person as there is a chance that the light tone of the dial might be overpowered by the large and chunky case. The Oro Rosso has arguably the best dial, a deep brown with a super cool California dial (a mix of Roman and Arabic numerals), but a 45 mm red gold watch is a tough sell for my wrist.

Considering that the Fiddy, Paneristis have been clamoring to get a “foundation” Fiddy. Base in Panerai speak refers to a Panerai Luminor 1950 Pam 212 Replica with only the hour and minute hands and nothing else. In addition, the watch should be a normal production bit (not limited) so that everyone may have a chance of owning one at a slightly less insane price. Panerai listened, also in 2011 replied Paneristis’ prayers with the PAM 372 – a two hand 1950-style model that wasn’t a limited edition.As a result, the PAM 372 is among the most eagerly anticipated Panerai watches in recent times. It had been so hard to get your hands on one that I just managed to get mine – this watch you see here from the inspection – earlier this season. For one, the case is completely polished stainless steel instead of brushed. However, the trademark “apparatus protecting the crown” keeps its brushed finishing. Furthermore, the case also has a slightly different shape. It’s less chunky and has a cushion-shape profile that is more similar to the Radiomir watches. Additionally, it has thinner lugs.These subtle modifications to the case has had a profound influence on how the PAM 372 wears and looks. Overall, it seems somewhat bulky, and despite its massive size, I discovered that it fits better than the bigger 44mm Luminor 1950 watches. It’s less top heavy, and sits nearer and more closely into the wrist. I have smaller 6.5-inch wrists and that I found the PAM 372 to be comfy enough to wear the entire moment. That said, the PAM 372 is by no way a small watch in 47mm wide.

Panerai Radiomir 1940 Limited Edition Chronographs Hands-On

There are reasons why folks adore and use their watches. Perhaps their view has some psychological connection to a event in their past, maybe it was a gift, and if you’re like us (see nerds) you simply love with a useful mechanical toy on your wrist which likewise includes style. While I typically easily understand my fellow Panerai Luminor 1950 10 Days Gmt Automatic Replica enthusiasts, I will be the first to admit that originally I didn’t know the subgroup of watch nerds who are very frankly fanatics of the Officine Panerai brand, otherwise called the “Paneristis”.If you aren’t familiar with this strain of watch fan, just spend a few minutes perusing the Paneristi forum and I pretty much guarantee that you will leave the website amazed, maybe confused, by the real enthusiastic and frequent articles from Paneristis all over the world. They talk about every version, post movies, speculate on new versions, provide advice to novices, and even regularly throw parties (around the planet) where fellow Paneristis come for a good time, make friends, and of course show off their beloved Panerai models.I was simply blown away when I discovered that the Paneristis and did not know why they existed in the first place. Also mesmerizing was why Panerai, a relatively recently revived watchmaking firm with limited styling, had become such an iconic brand? That’s, I had been dumb, until I got my first Panerai… In this post I shall review my Panerai Luminor 1950 GMT or PAM 321 while attempting to shed some light on the Paneristi movement. While I don’t consider myself a member of this “cult” however, I do now have a learned appreciation for its brand and its products and I think I also understand what the fire is all about — or at the very least I shall share with you my comments on the topic.

Finally, the Oro Bianco is the only one to get a sandwich dial, in which the luminous elements of the black dial are actually cut-outs that reveal a luminous layer underneath the main dial, another distinctly Panerai design trait. Each model has its merits and the overall design is one that mixes a bit of current-day Panerai with a lot of vintage-sourced style.

Panerai Radiomir 1940 Limited Edition Chronographs Hands-On

Functionally, the Radiomir 1940 Chronograph offers a standard time display along with a two register chronograph system displaying running seconds and a 30 minute chronograph measure which displays its seconds centrally (on the large seconds hand). The movement enclosed within the large case is the Panerai OP XXV which is based on the Minerva 13-22 movement which has been connected with Panerai as far back as the 1920s. This hand-wound column wheel chronograph movement features 22 jewels, a rate of 18,000 vph and 55 hours of power reserve.

Panerai Radiomir 1940 Limited Edition Chronographs Hands-On

Panerai Radiomir 1940 Limited Edition Chronographs Hands-On

With pricing starting at €44,000 (~$54000) and topping out at €60,000 (~$81,250) for the Platino, this is definitely a case of Panerai making something special for a truly niche group of collectors. Add in the reality of a rather limited supply, the excitement generated by a stand-out design from Panerai and you have the making of a very popular watch and word on the street is that they’ve already sold out. While far too expensive to grace my wrist, price is seldom the deciding factor for the well-heeled watch lover and the Radiomir 1940 Chronograph definitely has the appeal to outweigh its price tag. panerai.com