Luminor
The crown-guard bridge as a signature
The Luminor is Panerai's best-known face. The patented bridge over the crown presses it against the case and makes the watch instantly recognisable at a glance.
The evolution of the Luminor
In 1949 Panerai patented Luminor, a tritium-based luminous compound that replaced the radium-based Radiomir.
During the 1950s the case gained the crown-guard bridge with its locking lever — originally devised as a sealing aid for naval operations.
The Luminor became a series model with the first civilian collection of 1993. Pieces made through 1997 are known today as pre-Vendôme.
From 2005 came models with in-house calibres, including the P.2002 with eight days of power reserve, and the Luminor Due as a slimmer variant.
- Case
- Cushion-shaped, 40–47 mm
- Crown
- Guard bridge with lever closure
- Dial
- Sandwich construction, two layers
- Movement
- In-house calibres P.900, P.2002, P.5000
- Strap
- Calfskin, rubber, quick-change
- Variants
- Base, Marina, GMT, Due, Chrono
Key reference numbers at a glance
What to look for when buying
- 01
Pre-Vendôme models made before 1997, along with early special editions, form the market's upper segment.
- 02
The PAM number determines valuation; discrepancies between case, dial and papers are a warning sign.
- 03
A complete set includes a spare strap, screwdriver and outer box — missing items reduce the price.
Panerai Luminor at Predeluxe
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