The Submersible Chrono Marina Militare Experience Edition PAM01699 pays homage to the rich heritage and technical ingenuity emblematic of Panerai’s longstanding collaboration with the Italian Navy. This limited edition timepiece emerges from a deep-seated tradition of crafting robust, functional instruments designed to support military operations under challenging conditions, highlighting a legacy of precision and innovation that spans more than a century. The PAM01699 is an advanced tool engineered for modern adventurers, drawing inspiration from the Italian Navy’s aviation branch, Aviazione Navale, reflecting Panerai’s commitment to creating companions for daring endeavours.
The watch’s dial, characterised by a green grained matt surface with a black gradient finish, resonates with the Aviazione Navale’s aircrew flight gear, encapsulating an auditory kinship to the military’s aesthetic. Equipped with grey Super-LumiNova®, the dial ensures enhanced readability in low-light environments, with markers reminiscent of the colours found in Aviazione Navale aircraft. The small seconds counter, designed akin to a radar display and adorned subtly with the historical anchor insignia, integrates functionality with a nod to aviation history. The dial’s Marina Militare signature at 6 o’clock, alongside the titanium bezel embedded with a black matt ceramic disk, solidifies its dual homage to both nautical and aerial realms. The timepiece also offers a robust green cotton canvas strap with exclusive T/T stitching and a supplementary black rubber strap, providing versatility for diverse settings.
Central to the PAM01699 is the Panerai P.9100/R automatic calibre, composed of 332 components and renowned for its technical sophistication and reliability. This calibre incorporates a flyback chronograph with a vertical clutch and column wheel mechanism, enabling instantaneous activation and resetting of the chronograph with practical efficiency for time-sensitive tasks. The intricacy of its design is highlighted by its 13 ¾ lignes diameter and 9.55mm thickness. The movement also exhibits a two-barrel system in series, which assures a substantial 3-day power reserve. Additional features such as the second reset function and Quick Change of Time further enhance its operability and precision, ensuring the watch’s synchronisation with reference time signals is effortlessly achieved.
Crafted from Grade 5 Titanium, the PAM01699’s 47mm brushed case exemplifies strength while maintaining lightweight wearability, highlighting superior resistance to both physical forces and corrosive agents. The unidirectional rotating bezel, integral to precise immersion time tracking, is fortified by a matt black ceramic insert, offering elevated scratch resistance. With a water-resistance certification of 50 BAR, the watch is faithfully designed for submerged use, each unit tested to exceed the specified depth tolerance by 25%. This meticulous engineering affirms its suitability for both maritime exploits and routine wear.
The Submersible Chrono Marina Militare Experience Edition PAM01699 (€70,000 / $60,800 excl. sales tax) signifies Panerai’s dedication to crafting timepieces that serve as reliable instruments for demanding environments. Its engineering and design, deeply intertwined with the Italian Navy’s narrative, offer a seamless integration of historical homage and contemporary functionality. Each element, from the advanced automatic calibre to its forged titanium structure, mirrors the substantial expertise entailed in its creation, symbolising not merely a tribute to enduring partnerships but a commitment to the future of watchmaking innovation.
