At the Salón Internacional Alta Relojería (SIAR) 2024, Panerai presented for the first time its latest model, the Luminor Quaranta Carbotech™ PAM01526. Combining technical innovation with the house’s iconic design, this sporty and elegant watch embodies Panerai’s commitment to performance and ergonomics, while paying homage to its rich watchmaking heritage. Designed to offer lightness, robustness and style, the Luminor Quaranta Carbotech™ is a concentrate of advanced technology in a more compact format, but without compromising on Panerai’s signature elements.
A tribute to Panerai’s watchmaking heritage
The new Luminor Quaranta Carbotech™ incorporates the characteristic elements of the Luminor collection, notably the famous crown guard bridge devicethe sturdy lugs and the sandwich dial. While remaining faithful to these iconic elements, Panerai has introduced technical innovations to meet the needs of a modern and demanding clientele.
The choice of Carbotech™ for the case represents a first for the Luminor Quaranta collection. This composite material, made from carbon fibers, is distinguished by its lightness and exceptional strength. By compressing the carbon fiber plates at high pressure and a precise temperature, Panerai has managed to create a material that not only guarantees optimal robustness, but is also resistant to corrosion and wear.
Carbotech™: a cutting-edge material for a light and resistant watch
THE Carbotech™ is 80% lighter than steel, 73% lighter than ceramic and 64% lighter than titanium. This lightness is a major advantage for the Luminor Quaranta, which weighs less than 100 grams in total. Its irregular matte black surface, obtained by cutting the material, gives each watch a unique appearance, making each example a truly exclusive piece. This choice of material is not only aesthetic: it also improves wearing comfort, while maintaining high resistance to external forces, such as shocks and climatic variations.
A sandwich dial and optimal readability
The matte green sandwich dial of the PAM01526 adds a touch of dynamism and modernity to the whole. This design, unique to Panerai, stands out for its superimposed layers, where the luminescent material is placed between two plates, thus guaranteeing maximum readability even in low light conditions.
THE SuperLumiNova® X1 white on the indexes and hands, emitting a green glow in the dark, reinforces this readability while providing an elegant and sporty aesthetic. This unique dial, combined with the Carbotech™ construction, positions the Luminor Quaranta Carbotech™ PAM01526 as a sophisticatedly designed watch, capable of adapting to any situation, from extreme adventures to more formal occasions.
A reliable and efficient movement: the P.900 caliber
Under the hood of the Luminor Quaranta Carbotech™ is the automatic caliber P.900a movement renowned for its robustness and functionality. With a diameter of 28mm and a thickness of only 4.2mmthis caliber is one of the thinnest in the Panerai catalog, without sacrificing performance. It offers a three-day power reserveensured by a bidirectional oscillating mass which allows the necessary energy to be stored in a single barrel.
The P.900 also has a function stop-secondallowing precise setting of the time. The pendulum oscillates at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hourthus ensuring reliable accuracy. Thanks to the transparent sapphire crystal caseback and DLC-coated titanium case, watch enthusiasts can admire this movement in action, enhancing the appeal of this unique piece.
A watch built for the depths
With sealing up to 30 baror approximately 300 meters, the Luminor Quaranta Carbotech™ PAM01526 is perfectly suited to aquatic environments. Panerai subjected this model to rigorous testing, with a pressure 25% higher than the guaranteed waterproof value, ensuring maximum durability.
This watch is equipped with PAM click release systemwhich allows you to change bracelets easily and quickly. It comes with two strap options: a stainless steel strap military green rubberrobust and suitable for extreme environments, and an additional calfskin strap, inspired by vintage Panerai designs from the 1960s, for a more classic look.
There Luminor Quaranta Carbotech™ PAM01526 represents an important milestone for Panerai. By combining an iconic design with an innovative material like Carbotech™, the Italian house confirms its commitment to innovation, while respecting its heritage. Lightweight, robust and elegant, this watch is a perfect choice for luxury watch enthusiasts who seek both technical performance and assertive style. Whether for extreme activities or more formal occasions, this watch is sure to make a splash.
