Panerai Luminor Dieci Giorni GMT Ceramica PAM01483
The introduction of the Panerai Luminor Dieci Giorni GMT Ceramica PAM01483 presents us with an unexpected chance to once again explore the merits of a familiar companion, the automatic in-house calibre P.2003. There is much to discuss about this movement—or rather to revisit—but we should start appropriately with some information about the new timepiece itself. After all, as this writer has often stated, a watch is far more than just a casing for a mechanical movement. That being said, the case here is the classic-looking Luminor, measuring 44mm—it may even remind you of the standard Luminor GMT PAM01441, which is the same size. It is also crafted from black ceramic. The name Dieci Giorni should indicate how the models differ, or you might look at the power reserve indication located at 6 o’clock.
Panerai Luminor Dieci Giorni GMT Ceramica PAM01483
This brings us to calibre P.2003, Panerai’s sole genuine GMT calibre featuring a 10-day power reserve. This calibre also makes this timepiece a significant addition to Panerai’s collection, as a comparable GMT model with a similar power reserve is quite rare among its competitors. Uncommonly for a long-power reserve watch, this one is an automatic—it was the first automatic in-house GMT movement crafted by Panerai in Neuchâtel back around 2006. The number 2003 in the calibre name corresponds to when Panerai began its development, which holds true for all movements in the 2000 series. Moreover, the extended power reserve feature is something that used to characterize all Panerai watches—by ‘used to,’ we refer to the brand’s pre-Richemont era, dating back to the 1960s.
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Panerai Luminor Dieci Giorni GMT Ceramica PAM01483
The Luminor Dieci Giorni GMT Ceramica PAM01483 was unveiled by Panerai at Watches and Wonders in Shanghai, and the watch is classified as part of the Luminor Complicazioni collection. This is how Panerai appears to be organizing the complications within the Luminor range, which provides some insight into several interesting choices here. One such choice is that the water-resistance rating is set at just 100m, which is acceptable but not particularly remarkable for Panerai, along with its alligator strap. Essentially, you are encouraged to view PAM01483 as a watch for genuine enthusiasts, a notion further supported by its exhibition caseback.
Panerai Luminor Dieci Giorni GMT Ceramica PAM01483
In describing the watch during its launch at the fair in Shanghai, Panerai’s CEO Jean-Marc Pontroué noted: “A step further in the 10-day power reserve segment, the new Luminor Dieci Giorni GMT Ceramica exemplifies bold style and an adventurous spirit. It challenges our heritage of technical precision and innovative materials, offering our clients a blend of lasting performance and Italian design.”
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Panerai Luminor Dieci Giorni GMT Ceramica PAM01483
Regarding the design, the previously mentioned black ceramic case is paired with a unique green brushed (sunray style) dial. In today’s Panerai watches, Italian workmanship is sometimes highlighted, as seen here in the 10 Giorni inscription on the dial as well as the watch’s name itself. This timepiece is an exclusive offering at boutiques, priced at SGD 27,700, which includes an additional green rubber strap in the packaging. The option to change out the strap indicates that the watch can certainly serve as a daily wear, should you choose. However, what remains uncertain is PAM01483’s thickness, which is likely to be substantial. Once we have the opportunity to see the watch in person, we may revise our expectations accordingly.
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