For many people, the most iconic watch series from Panerai are the Luminor and Luminor 1950. Out of the brand's four main collections – Radiomir, Radiomir 1940, Luminor, and Luminor 1950 – the latter two feature the trademark crown-protecting device that distinguishes the brand. Despite Panerai offering some variety within the Luminor series, all of them are characterized by a minimalist and clear design, which has gained the brand considerable respect and recognition since its inception. What sets this particular model apart is the combination of all the interesting elements present on the dial.

Undoubtedly, for all Panerai enthusiasts, it's the Luminor case that has come to the forefront in recent years when mentioning the brand. In 2021, following the trend of refreshing all of its watch models, Panerai introduced two chronograph watches – one in steel and one in rose gold, with several different dials. We have the pleasure to present to you the steel version with the classic black sandwich dial, with the model code PAM01218.

The combination achieved by Panerai in this model is magnificent – the watch manages to assert its uniqueness without overpowering, yet it cannot go unnoticed on the wearer's wrist. The stainless steel case and the snow-white dial with blue accents on the hands blend seamlessly with the high-quality black crocodile strap from the brand. There are many interesting features in this model: the two-layered dial, the standard 44mm size typical for the brand, the placement of the chronograph buttons on the left side, the chronograph hands, the quick strap change button located on the inside of the lugs – there's surely more to it...

Among collectors and Panerai enthusiasts, it's known that most of their watches look great with a wide variety of different straps and bracelets. Not all watches can boast this, as they only match with a limited number of color options. The luminescence of the watch is remarkable – the indexes and hands are coated with SuperLuminova, which contrasts well on the dial. In low-light conditions, provided by the luminescent coating, it enhances the color and shape of the watch case, making it very easy and trouble-free to read the time.

Above the dial sits a thick 3.5mm slightly curved crystal with anti-reflective coating, and the case is water-resistant to 300 meters – typical for a serious diving watch. Of course, as befitting a true Panerai, this model also features the trademark protected crown, which is also quite easy to use. It can be wound even when not unscrewed, and when unscrewed, you can adjust the time by pulling it out.

Inside the watch, the automatic in-house Calibre P.9200 mechanism is at work, which is actually a specially enhanced and improved version of the ETA 2892-2 with a Duboix Deprax chronograph module: 41 jewels, Glucydur® balance, 28,800 vibrations, one barrel, 42-hour power reserve, Geneva waves, blue screws, and engravings of the brand on the rotor.