Panerai Luminor GMT Power Reserve Ceramica PAM01574

Unveiled in celebration of Panerai’s role as official timekeeper of the prestigious Salone del Mobile design fair in Milan, the new Luminor GMT Power Reserve Ceramica PAM01574 blends the brand’s storied maritime heritage with contemporary Italian design. Encased in matte black ceramic and equipped with travel-ready features such as a dual time zone function and a power reserve display, this reference reinterprets the iconic Luminor silhouette with modern materials and refined dial architecture, affirming Panerai’s commitment to both function and form.
The 44mm case of the Luminor GMT Power Reserve Ceramica PAM01574 is crafted from high-tech black ceramic, a material chosen for its exceptional scratch resistance and lightness. It features a matte sandblasted finish across the surface, creating a soft, modern aesthetic, while subtle polished accents, most notably on the crown, add contrast. The minimalist bezel design allows the monochrome ceramic case to command attention without distraction, reinforcing the watch’s utilitarian roots and sleek modernity.On the reverse, a smoked sapphire crystal offers a partially obscured yet enticing view of the automatic movement ticking within. The transparent pane is mounted in a titanium caseback, a material selected to further reduce weight and ensure durability. Though slightly tinted, the exhibition-style window allows the wearer to appreciate the architecture and movement of the calibre P.9012, subtly revealing Panerai’s technical craftsmanship without compromising the watch’s rugged identity.It comes equipped with Panerai’s patented crown-protection bridge, a defining feature of the Luminor family, ensuring that the screw-in crown remains securely in place while reinforcing the watch’s tool-watch credentials. There are no pushers, as the model focuses on travel-oriented functionality rather than chronograph complexity. Water-resistance can reach up to 300 meters (1,000 feet).Time is exhibited on a rich blue dial with a sunray-brushed finish, offering dynamic reflections under changing light. As is traditional for Panerai, the layout employs a sandwich construction of two superimposed discs, with the upper one precision-cut to reveal the luminescent material beneath. This structure enhances depth and legibility while firmly anchoring the design in the brand’s historical DNA.A power reserve indicator is positioned between 4 and 5 o’clock, styled with a sweeping arc that adds visual motion to the lower half of the display. At 9 o’clock, a small seconds sub-dial balances the layout, subtly reinforcing the watch’s technical character. A central GMT hand, distinguishable by its arrow-shaped tip, allows for the tracking of a second time zone on a 12-hour scale, making the watch a practical companion for travel.Its blackened central sword-shaped hands, Arabic numerals, and hour index markers, have all been coated with a Super-LumiNova, ensuring excellent visibility in low-light conditions. While the main hands and hour markers emit a green glow, the power reserve scale and GMT arrow feature blue-emission lume, visually separating essential timekeeping from secondary information. This thoughtful color distinction enhances clarity while reinforcing the tool-watch ethos that defines the Luminor identity.

The "Officine Panerai Luminor GMT Power Reserve Ceramica” (Ref#: PAM01574) is powered by the in-house hand-wound mechanical movement, caliber P.9012 with 31 jewels, 13¾ lignes, 231 components and 28,800 vph. It comes equipped with a balance wheel fixed by a bridge with twin supports. Power reserve can last up to 72 hours (3 days), when fully wound.Mounted on the watch is a deep blue alligator leather strap with contrasting topstitching, secured to the wrist by a microblasted titanium pin buckle. The refined texture of the leather pairs elegantly with the matte ceramic case, enhancing the watch’s modern and purposeful aesthetic. Also included is a matching blue rubber strap, offering a more casual and practical option for active wear. Thanks to Panerai’s PAM Click Release System, both straps can be effortlessly swapped without tools, reinforcing the versatility and travel-readiness of this contemporary Luminor reference.
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