The stallion horse of Italian watches, Panerai, is closing the year with a bang, not only with the introduction of a brand new, limited edition timepiece but also with the unveiling of their snazzy new boutique in the heart of Italy at 19 Via Montenapoleone. The PAM02319 Luminor Marina Milan Edition, named after its eponymous new store, has only 319 pieces in existence, making it a highly coveted Panerai model.

The new Luminor Marina Milan Edition is set in a 44mm steel DLC case with a blue shaded sandwich dial in a blue and black colour combo. DLC, also known as diamond-like carbon coating, combines high performance and aesthetical appeal giving the timepiece an unmistakable sleek black look and high hardness and durability due to a treatment technique applied to the steel material. A small seconds dial sits at 9 o’clock and the date window at 3 o’clock, while the white SuperLuminova is a sophisticated match to the dial.

Featuring the emblematic Luminor patented crown protecting device with the name ‘Milano’ engraved on the lever, the closed case back is engraved with a landmark Milanese scenery that features the Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. PAM02319 is paired with a blue strap made of a material obtained from recycled PET designed to reduce environmental impact. 7.8 grams of the strap are made of recycled materials, corresponding to 68% of the total strap weight (11.5 g).

The timepiece also comes with a second rubber bracelet made from high-quality rubber for advanced abrasion resistance as endurance for oils and corrosive agents. Fitted with the P.9010 automatic calibre with a power reserve of three days, the Luminor Marina Milan Edition’s play on blue tones references its connection to the sea.

If you’ve ever held a Panerai in your hands, or strapped them on your wrists, you’ll notice how stout and lumbering it is. Their watches are made for Men – with a capital M. If you have arms the size of Arnold Schwarzenegger or Henry Cavill, this 44mm steel watch will probably be a snug fit and a welcome addition to your collection. For everyone else, move along now.

Spec Sheet

PAM02319 Luminor Marina Milan Edition

Movement Automatic mechanical, P.9010 calibre created by Panerai, 13¾ lignes, 6.0 mm thick, 31 jewels, Glucydur® balance, 28,800 alternations/hour; Incabloc anti-shock device; Two barrels, 200 components
Functions Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Power Reserve 3 days / 72 hours
Case Diameter 44mm, brushed steel DLC bezel and caseback; sapphire crystal
Dial Blue Shaded with luminous Arabic numerals and hour markers; date at 3 o’clock and small seconds at 9 o’clock
Strap Dark blue recycled PET, T/T , STD, 24/22. Trapezoidal brushed Steel DLC buckle, 22mm
Waterproof 30 bar (~300 metres)
Price MYR6o, 000