Panerai has announced the first bronze model of the Luminor Marina, the Luminor Marina Bronzo Ref. PAM01678. Its basic design follows that of the latest generation of Luminor Marina, released this year, and features a high water resistance of 500m and ergonomic proportions for a comfortable fit. The bronze alloy used will develop a patina over time, creating an attractive finish that reflects the accumulated time spent with the wearer and the watch. This model will be sold exclusively at Panerai boutiques.
The first bronze case for the Luminor Marina
Panerai has announced the Luminor Marina Bronzo, the first Luminor Marina watch to feature a bronze case while achieving a high water resistance of 500m. Bronze is a durable and seawater-resistant alloy with a long history of use in classic yachts and marine components.
The base model is the latest generation, announced at Watches & Wonders 2025 in April this year. This highly recommended model inherits the core identity of the Luminor Marina while incorporating various updates, such as 500m water resistance.
Automatic movement (Cal. P.980). 23 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve approximately 72 hours. Bronze case (diameter 44mm, thickness 13.7mm). Water resistant to 500m. Exclusive to Panerai boutiques. Price: 2,519,000 yen (tax included).
Given this background, it can be said that the latest generation Luminor Marina uses bronze, an alloy closely associated with the sea, and is expected to be even more useful at sea.
A bronze alloy that allows you to enjoy a unique patina
The bronze alloy used in this piece is different from the bronze alloys commonly used in watches these days, which are intended to resist aging. Because it is made of a more conventional pure copper and pure tin alloy, when new it displays a warm, gold-like hue, which develops a patina through interaction with external elements such as air, moisture, heat, and friction.
This patina is a green patina that appears in layers on the metal surface, protecting the material while allowing you to enjoy the unique changes that occur over time. The use of a bronze alloy that produces this change over time can be seen as a way of expressing the accumulation of time between the wearer and the watch.
A design that inherits the identity of the Luminor Marina
The case and dial design retain the long-standing identity of the Luminor Marina, including the signature crown protector developed to prevent water from entering the case, the dial that ensures visibility even in dark waters, pencil-shaped hands, and a small seconds subdial at 9 o'clock.
The dial color is a matte dark blue that matches the subdued tone of the bronze alloy and stands out even when it develops a patina. Its soft gradient finish evokes the underwater world in which this watch operates.
The dial is a sandwich dial, with holes drilled into the indices to reveal a plate coated with Super-LumiNova X2 underneath. This structure allows the indices to be clearly visible even in the dark, making it one of Panerai's iconic designs. This model uses beige Super-LumiNova X2, and the coloring of the indices and hands echoes the case. The dial design is inspired by vintage Panerai models from the 1960s, with a minimalist display featuring only the brand logo and model name.
Features of the latest generation Luminor Marina
The movement is the automatic Cal. P. 980, with a power reserve of approximately 72 hours. The relatively compact Cal. P. 980 and a case diameter of 44 mm make it highly water resistant to 500 meters, and the improved ergonomic proportions also enhance the wearing comfort, a feature of the latest generation Luminor Marina.
This model also comes with a dark blue leather strap that matches the dial color. The gold-colored stitching is reminiscent of bronze alloy, and the bronze alloy buckle adds to its appeal. A sporty dark blue rubber strap is also included.
