The history of this Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950
Officine Panerai, founded in Florence in 1860, built its legend equipping the combat swimmers of the Italian Royal Navy. A direct heir to this military past, the Submersible collection represents the most technical branch of the manufacture. The Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 3 Days Automatic Titanio, reference PAM00305, is a pivotal model. It marks the union between the historic 1950 case, recognizable by its curved sides, and the modernity of a titanium design driven by a Manufacture caliber. This reference has acquired cult status, notably for its on-screen presence on Jason Statham's wrist in The Expendables, reinforcing its image as an indestructible tool. More than just a diving watch, it symbolizes Panerai's affirmation as an autonomous manufacture, capable of producing professional instruments with meticulous horological finishing. It's a timepiece that doesn't follow fashion, but sets its own standard for robustness and legibility.
Case, caliber and bracelet of this Submersible Titanio
The 47 mm case is machined from satin-finished titanium, a choice of material that redefines comfort for a watch of this size. Titanium offers remarkable lightness and total resistance to corrosion, making this imposing piece surprisingly comfortable for everyday wear. The unidirectional rotating bezel, graduated to measure immersion times, frames a 4mm-thick anti-reflective corundum sapphire crystal. The matte black dial is immediately legible, with its large luminescent hour markers and small seconds at 9 o'clock. Beneath the transparent sapphire crystal caseback, specific to this generation of models, we discover the Manufacture P.9000 caliber. This mechanical self-winding movement, equipped with two barrels, delivers a 3-day power reserve. It incorporates a rapid time-setting mechanism, enabling the hour hand to be adjusted in independent jumps, ideal for travelers. The watch is presented on its Officine Panerai orange rubber strap, closed by a brushed titanium trapezoidal pin buckle.
Why this Panerai Submersible watch
Acquiring this pre-owned Panerai PAM 305 is a pertinent choice for the lover of authentic tool watches. No longer in production, it stands out from current models thanks to its transparent caseback, which reveals the architecture of the movement - a detail much appreciated by collectors. It offers the strong visual identity of the famous Bronzo, but with the technicality and lightness of titanium, making it perfectly wearable in all circumstances. Its configuration with the orange strap gives it a sporty, summery look, while the additional white strap allows you to vary the style. This is a watch with character, designed for action, that maintains a stable love rating thanks to its timeless design and proven reliability.
Delivered contents and condition
This R series watch, produced in 2015, is offered as a complete set. It comes with its wooden case, over-box and manual. The set also includes the specific tools for changing the strap and a second official Panerai white rubber strap. The condition of the watch is described as very good. The satin-finish titanium, a living material, shows a few light superficial marks of use that bear witness to its history without detracting from its aesthetics. Refurbishment polishing is available on request, although many enthusiasts prefer to retain the original raw appearance of the titanium.
Warranty and delivery
This piece benefits from The Swiss Collector's 24-month warranty. It is available for immediate collection at one of our retail outlets in Switzerland, or can be shipped via our secure, insured and tracked delivery service. We certify the authenticity of each watch and ensure rigorous follow-up for your complete satisfaction.
* Very good condition - watch already worn and polished. Slight signs of external wear. Case and bracelet in excellent overall condition.
