900Σ
Panerai
Ref. PAM00080
Radiomir Independent
An incredibly rare and unusual limited edition white gold wristwatch with dead beat seconds, certificate and presentation box, numbered 48 of a limited edition of 160 pieces
- Estimate
- HK$70,000 - 140,000€7,900 - 15,900$9,000 - 17,900
HK$152,400
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Panerai
- Year
- Circa 2001
- Reference No
- PAM00080
- Case No
- D048/160, BB1’031’937, OP6’551
- Model Name
- Radiomir Independent
- Material
- 18K white gold
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 7400, 21 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Crocodile
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18K white gold Panerai pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 42mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Panerai certificate dated October 2001, warranty booklet and warranty card stamped Royal de Versailles Toronto, dated November 2009, leather document holder, box key, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
In 2001, Panerai took a bold step outside their design ethos with the Radiomir Independent ref. PAM00080. Renowned and revered for oversized diving watches in utilitarian materials, Panerai miniaturized their aesthetic with this rare reference. With only 160 pieces ever produced, it condenses the brand's military-inspired DNA into an unexpected 42mm white gold case and striking metallic blue dial. Vibrant and deep, the sunburst finish is a dramatic departure from Panerai's convention of stark black or minimal white dials optimized for legibility.
Within beats the rare 1950s-era Chézard cal. 7400 and its mesmerizing dead beat seconds complication. Originally designed for naval navigation and other precision timing instruments, this specialized movement provides crisp, staccato motion of the seconds hand akin to film frames advancing. Rather than the typical smooth sweeping motion generated by a traditional mechanical watch, the dead beat seconds rely on stored energy that pulsates each exact second. This stop-start action requires incredible precision and draws the eye to the movement, magnified by an integrated cyclops within the sapphire caseback.
By combining an outsourced 1950s movement with discreet styling in precious material, Panerai created a contemporary classic. The present example numbered 48 of a limited edition of 160 pieces with full set of accessories is undoubtedly a rare find at auction.
Within beats the rare 1950s-era Chézard cal. 7400 and its mesmerizing dead beat seconds complication. Originally designed for naval navigation and other precision timing instruments, this specialized movement provides crisp, staccato motion of the seconds hand akin to film frames advancing. Rather than the typical smooth sweeping motion generated by a traditional mechanical watch, the dead beat seconds rely on stored energy that pulsates each exact second. This stop-start action requires incredible precision and draws the eye to the movement, magnified by an integrated cyclops within the sapphire caseback.
By combining an outsourced 1950s movement with discreet styling in precious material, Panerai created a contemporary classic. The present example numbered 48 of a limited edition of 160 pieces with full set of accessories is undoubtedly a rare find at auction.
Panerai
Italian | 1860Known for its robust designs and large case sizes, Officine Panerai was established in 1860 by Giovanni Panerai in Florence, Italy. Around 1900, Giovanni's grandson Guido Panerai took over, and Panerai became the supplier to the Regia Marina — the Royal Italian Navy. After supplying the navy with high-precision instruments for a number of years, Officine Panerai created Radiomir, a radium-based powder that gives luminosity to the dials of sighting instruments and devices. By 1936, the Royal Italian Navy approached Panerai again with the request to design a watch resistant to extreme underwater conditions. The watch they created became known as the "Radiomir".
Panerai's watches made during the early twentieth century era were comprised of cases designed and manufactured by Rolex SA, with Cortébert, a Swiss manufacturer, supplying the majority of their movements. The most recognizable designs from the firm are the Radiomir and Luminor. To date, vintage models from the first half of the 1900s, such as the reference 3646 and 6152 models, remain the most desirable among collectors.
Browse MakerPanerai's watches made during the early twentieth century era were comprised of cases designed and manufactured by Rolex SA, with Cortébert, a Swiss manufacturer, supplying the majority of their movements. The most recognizable designs from the firm are the Radiomir and Luminor. To date, vintage models from the first half of the 1900s, such as the reference 3646 and 6152 models, remain the most desirable among collectors.