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Lot Essay
This model is a modified re-edition of the Luminor watch launched in 1950. The crown protecting bridge was invented by Panerai in 1943 (patented in 1956). Its main functions are protecting the crown from shocks, compressing the sealing gasket with the lever to make the watch water-resistant to a depth of 200 metres and rewinding the watch when submerged.
Guido Panerai & Figlio, founded in 1860 in Florence, advanced quickly to the official watchmaker of the Italian Navy and produced extremely modern and precise instruments. In 1936 the company, later renamed Officine Panerai, launched the first prototype of a diver's watch. The 'Radiomir Panerai' was made for the 'Torpedo Riders', a secret special commando of the Italian navy.
In 1997, the multinational Vendome Luxury Group took over Officine Panerai and gave impulse to new productions. Only about 400 pieces were available in 1998. In the future, a yearly production of 6000 pieces is planned and will only be available at a few Cartier concessionaries.
Guido Panerai & Figlio, founded in 1860 in Florence, advanced quickly to the official watchmaker of the Italian Navy and produced extremely modern and precise instruments. In 1936 the company, later renamed Officine Panerai, launched the first prototype of a diver's watch. The 'Radiomir Panerai' was made for the 'Torpedo Riders', a secret special commando of the Italian navy.
In 1997, the multinational Vendome Luxury Group took over Officine Panerai and gave impulse to new productions. Only about 400 pieces were available in 1998. In the future, a yearly production of 6000 pieces is planned and will only be available at a few Cartier concessionaries.