Panerai has once again elevated its military heritage to new heights with the launch of the Submersible Chrono Marina Militare Experience Edition PAM01699. This time, it marks a groundbreaking collaboration with the Italian Navy’s Aviation Division, breaking away from the brand’s historical focus solely on underwater forces. This watch symbolizes the brand’s military spirit extending from the depths of the ocean to the heights of the sky. Limited to just 50 pieces, this timepiece serves as the centerpiece of the brand’s fifth Experience Program, where wearers will have the chance to engage in an immersive military journey that combines helicopter missions, tactical simulations, and extreme training.
The watch features a robust 47mm Grade 5 titanium case, skillfully brushed to enhance its rugged style while remaining lightweight and highly resistant to corrosion. The unidirectional bezel, crafted from titanium, is paired with a matte black ceramic inlay, delivering exceptional scratch and heat resistance. The case back boasts a screw-down titanium design, engraved with the emblem of the Italian Navy Air Force, further emphasizing its military theme. This entire timepiece is water-resistant up to 30 bar (approximately 300 meters), far exceeding standard testing requirements, showcasing the brand’s commitment to professional-grade equipment.
The heart of this timepiece is the brand’s own P.9100/R automatic movement, which features 328 components and five patented technologies, all while boasting flyback chronograph and countdown functionalities. With a thickness of 9.55 millimeters, it showcases a central large second hand alongside a minute hand, ensuring a clear and easy-to-read display. The combination of the column wheel and vertical clutch guarantees precise and swift chronograph activation. The countdown function allows users to set a target time at the 4 o’clock position and start the countdown at 10 o’clock; resetting and activating the flyback feature is effortlessly achieved with a single press of the left-side pusher, which integrates a patented locking lever safety design. This setup enables users to intuitively control all pushers with their thumb, enhancing the overall operational experience.
The movement is equipped with dual barrels, offering a power reserve of up to three days (approximately 72 hours). It features the Time flies fast. function, allowing the hour hand to be adjusted independently by hour without affecting the minute and second hands, making it perfect for frequent travelers across time zones. Additionally, it includes a reset second mechanism; when the crown is pulled out, it enables immediate time calibration, enhancing overall accuracy.
The green grainy matte dial design is inspired by the flight gear and helmets of the Italian Naval Aviation. The logo of Marina Militare is featured at the 9 o’clock position, while the small second hand incorporates radar design elements, subtly showcasing an anchor emblem, hinting at its military background. The hands and hour markers are coated with gray Super-LumiNova, ensuring clear visibility even in darkness. Complementing the overall military aesthetic, it comes with a green cotton canvas strap with beige stitching, and also includes a black rubber strap for underwater missions.
This experiential watch comes packaged in a specially designed box that carries on the robust style of the Submersible series. Inside, it’s tailored for the user, making it easy to store two different straps and relevant tools. The box also includes exclusive journey documents and a limited edition certificate, further highlighting the unique connection between the watch and its wearer. The overall design serves not just as a display but emphasizes the brand’s practical spirit rooted in functionality and detail, embodying the essence of a Panerai tool watch.
