As preparations continue for the 38th America's Cup, scheduled to take place in Naples in less than a year's time, Panerai has expanded its Luna Rossa collection with two new models developed as part of its partnership with the Italian sailing team, a collaboration that has been ongoing since 2019.
The new Luminor Luna Rossa Chrono PAM01768 and Luminor Luna Rossa GMT PAM01791 represent two complementary approaches to functional watchmaking.
While the Chrono focuses on elapsed-time measurement with a tachymeter scale inspired by sailing applications, the GMT introduces a second time zone in a more compact format while becoming the first Luna Rossa model to feature a stainless steel bracelet.
The collaboration with Luna Rossa has become an important platform for Panerai to further develop its long-standing philosophy of creating purpose-built instruments.
Across the collection, practical complications, advanced materials and technical solutions have been refined through testing in demanding conditions, while maintaining the recognisable design language of the Luminor.
The new Luminor Luna Rossa Chrono PAM01768 is housed in a 44 mm brushed stainless steel case with a polished bezel and is produced in a limited edition of 500 pieces.
Its closed steel caseback is engraved with the individual edition number, while water resistance is rated to 10 bar (approximately 100 metres / 330 feet), with each watch pressure-tested by Panerai beyond its declared specification.
The chronograph is powered by the automatic P.9210 manufacture calibre, measuring 13¼ lignes in diameter and 6.9 mm thick. Comprising 174 components and 41 jewels, it operates at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) and incorporates a Glucydur balance wheel, an Incabloc anti-shock device and a single barrel providing a power reserve of approximately 42 hours.
Panerai also highlights refinements to the automatic winding system intended to improve winding efficiency, while the movement is finished with vertical brushing and blue-varnished details.
The chronograph pushers are positioned on the left side of the case, at 8 and 10 o'clock, preserving the distinctive crown-protecting bridge that defines the Luminor collection.
The central chronograph seconds hand, finished in red and white, works together with the tachymeter scale printed on the rehaut to calculate average speed over a measured distance.
After starting the chronograph at the beginning of a one-kilometre course and stopping it at the finish, the central seconds hand indicates the corresponding average speed directly against the tachymeter scale.
The silver sun-brushed dial incorporates rhodium-toned subdials with concentric azurage finishing, a decorative technique based on fine circular grooves that adds visual depth while recalling the movement of waves.
White Super-LumiNova X2 is applied to the hands and hour markers to maximise legibility, while the grey small seconds hand and chronograph minute counter provide subtle references to the Luna Rossa colour palette.
The watch debuts a new bi-material Velcro strap within the Luna Rossa collection. Combining grey textile with rubber and featuring a red Luna Rossa stripe, it is designed for rapid adjustment and comfort during active use. An additional black rubber strap is supplied in the presentation box.
The second novelty, the Luminor Luna Rossa GMT PAM01791, introduces a more compact interpretation of the collection. Its brushed stainless steel case measures 40 mm in diameter and features a polished bezel, while the sapphire crystal caseback reveals the automatic P.900/GMT 12 H manufacture calibre.
Measuring just 5.2 mm thick, the movement comprises 186 components and 23 jewels. Operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz), it stores sufficient energy in a single barrel for a power reserve of approximately three days.
Alongside the hours, minutes, small seconds and date, it incorporates a 12-hour GMT function allowing the wearer to display a second time zone, together with a stop-seconds mechanism for precise time setting.
The silver sun-brushed dial follows the same visual language as the Chrono, with white Super-LumiNova X2, azurage finishing on the small seconds register and a red seconds hand.
The GMT hand takes inspiration from the profile of Luna Rossa's sails, reinforcing the connection with the sailing team.
Another first for the Luna Rossa collection is the introduction of a tapered stainless steel bracelet equipped with Panerai's PAM Click Release System, allowing tool-free removal and replacement with alternative straps from the brand's accessory range.
Like the Chrono, the GMT is water resistant to 10 bar (approximately 100 metres / 330 feet) and undergoes Panerai's enhanced pressure testing procedures.
The new Panerai Luminor Luna Rossa Chrono PAM01768 has a suggested retail price of €11,200 / US$11,500, while the Panerai Luminor Luna Rossa GMT PAM01791 is priced at €11,100 / US$11,400. panerai.com
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