Interpreting brand classics: The Panerai Radiomir 1940 3 Days 3-day power reserve stainless steel watch

At the     2015 third “ Watches and Wonders ” Asia Haute Horlogerie exhibition,Paneraistaying true to its signature identity by focusing on the Radiomir 1940, reinterpreting its classics and launching a series of new timepieces that showcase the timeless design and sophisticated technical solutions conceived by the new Neuchâtel manufacture. The official reference for this Radiomir 1940 3 Days Acciaio stainless steel watch is PAM00574.

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       The AISI 316L polished stainless steel case measures 42 mm in diameter, offering a size tailored to watch enthusiasts who appreciate minimalist timepieces with pure, characterful lines suitable for any occasion. Water resistance is approximately 100 metres.

       The black dial is set with baton hour markers and numerals, accompanied by a polished bezel. It features hours, minutes and a small seconds subdial at the 9 o'clock position.

       The dial adopts the sandwich construction developed in the 1930s, which applies luminescence between two overlapping plates so that the glow shines through the cut-out hour markers on the upper plate for enhanced legibility.

       Equipped with a hand-wound mechanical movement entirely developed by Panerai, assembled from 152 components, with a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz), and 21 jewels, the twin barrels provide the movement with a three-day power reserve. P.1000

       The movement is equipped with a balance stop, seconds reset device and KIF Parechoc ® anti-shock system. Its refined structure, exquisite finishing, robustness and reliability reflect the mechanical and aesthetic design characteristic of Panerai.

       It features a green alligator leather strap with a pin buckle, complementing the pale green glow of the Super-LumiNova ® luminescence.

 

Conclusion: Panerai blends contemporary fine watchmaking, Italian design and Swiss watchmaking technology to create a series of unique and recognisable timepieces. The Radiomir 1940 bears witness to its era, leading trends and defining the aesthetics of a generation to become a timeless masterpiece passed down through the years.