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SIHH 2013: Panerai PAM507 Bronzo Power Reserve Luminor Submersible 1950 3 Days Automatic
The next watch I'm writing about is probably a watch that I know some of you wished did not get released - the 47mm PAM507 Bronzo Power Reserve Submersible.
The PAM507 is the younger sibling of the PAM382 Bronzo Submersible which debuted 2 years ago at SIHH 2011. The PAM507 is the same identical watch as the PAM382 but with the addition of an off-centered power reserve indicator on the dial at the 4:30 position.
Why did I write in my opening sentence above that some wished this PAM507 never existed? It's because many of the PAM382 Bronzo owners purchased this watch on the assumption that it would be the only bronze Panerai made. I don't know why many would assume this because it's Panerai pattern to make future variations of new released watches.
Below is a video by Ming of the original Panerai PAM382 Bronzo Submersible.
The PAM507 has the same gray greenish colored dial with the double batton markers at 12 o'clock just like on the PAM382. This specific PAM507 press sample has already developed a patina on the bronze because it was worn on the wrist for awhile. The oxidation of the bronze gives this Panerai a sense of warmth and character.
Even the bezel, crown, and crown guard lever are made out of bronze too.
Looking at the rear, the caseback is made out titanium instead of bronze. This is because it's not healthy to have this oxidized bronze continually touching your skin. One little detail I like is Panerai filled the caseback engravings with gold paint. In the original PAM382 Bronzo, the engravings were not painted but left untouched. The gold paint matches perfectly with the bronze case IMO.
Retail pricing on this Special Edition PAM507 is $13,200, and 1,000 pieces will be made. 1,000 pieces were also made for the PAM382. The movement used is the P.9002 automatic movement with 3 days power reserve.
The PAM382 is a highly desired model, and I anticipate the PAM507 to sell out as well. It may not command the same premium as the PAM382 since it's the 2nd bronze piece but it should hold its own ground in terms of collectability.
Lastly, below is a video of the PAM382. If you missed the PAM382, then consider buying the PAM507. If you don't like the off-centered power reserve, I'm pretty sure Panerai will come out with another Bronzo variation. Maybe at SIHH 2015 we'll see a 44mm Bronzo or a 47mm 1000m Submersible Bronzo. I would love to see a 44mm Bronzo in the future. Would you as well?
Cheers,
Anthony
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