Panerai Brand
Panerai Introduces Bronze To Its Iconic Luminor Marina With PAM01678
Luxferity, 03.12.2025
The Dawn Of Bronze: Luminor Marina Gets Its First Bronzo Edition
The Italian-Swiss maison Panerai — celebrated for merging Italian design flair with Swiss horological mastery — now introduces the Luminor Marina Bronzo PAM01678, the first-ever bronze version of its iconic Luminor Marina. Revealed at Watches & Wonders 2025, this new reference reaffirms Panerai’s commitment to heritage, maritime legacy and contemporary elegance.
“Bronze is more than just a material for us: it’s a territory of expression.”
Bronze has long been prized in shipbuilding and yacht construction for its rugged durability and resistance to seawater. Panerai first pioneered the use of bronze in watchmaking with its 2011 Submersible 1950 3 Days Automatic Bronzo 47 mm (PAM00382). With PAM01678, bronze enters the Luminor Marina narrative — blending maritime heritage with modern horological sensibility.
Plissé - Pearl White
Patina With Personality: The Evolution Of Bronze
What distinguishes PAM01678 is not just the bronze case but the special bronze alloy Panerai selected — a refined mixture of pure copper and pure tin. When new, the case glows with a warm, golden tone; over time, exposure to air, moisture, friction, and daily wear transforms the surface into a unique patina, giving each piece a character that reflects its owner’s life and journeys.
This evolving patina is more than aesthetic — it’s storytelling. Each mark, each hue shift becomes part of a personal chronicle, embedding memories into the metal while preserving the watch’s integrity.
Plissé - Rose
Classic Luminor Marina Signature — Refined for Today
- The iconic crown-protecting bridge, originally engineered for optimal water resistance.
- The gradient dark‑blue sandwich dial, shifting from deep navy at the periphery to a lighter hue at the center, paired with beige Super‑LumiNova numerals and hands for readability in low light.
- A deliberate small‑seconds display at 9 o’clock, and the purposeful absence of a date window, evoking vintage purity.
- A choice of blue calf-leather strap with ecru stitching, for a vintage nautical feel — plus a blue rubber strap for more active, aquatic use.
This approach echoes the same blend of tradition and modernity showcased in other recent Panerai releases, like PAM01759: Heritage Meets Nautical Legacy.
Plissé - Ivory
Under the Caseback: Modern Movement, Robust Water‑Resistance, Everyday Wearability
Beneath the bronze exterior lies the in-house automatic P.980 calibre — 12½ lignes, 23 jewels, 28,800 vph, delivering a 3‑day power reserve. The movement incorporates a stop‑second function for precise time‑setting and a traversing balance bridge for stability and shock resistance. Combined with a water resistance rating of 50 bar (~500 m), the watch aligns with Panerai’s tradition of crafting professional-grade tool watches.
The compact proportions of the P.980 calibre offer a slimmer profile and enhanced ergonomics, marrying bold presence with refined wearability — a technical philosophy mirrored in other Panerai models such as the Luminor GMT Power Reserve ceramica PAM01674 and the rugged maritime‑ready series introduced in collaboration with the Italian Navy. See Panerai’s Marina Militare releases.
Photon Sphere
Why PAM01678 Matters — For Collectors, Connoisseurs & Modern Sailors
In a market dominated by fleeting trends and flashy complications, the PAM01678 stands as a statement of timeless intent, refined taste, and personal narrative. It is not just a watch — but a companion that evolves, accumulates character, and reflects the wearer’s journey over time and experience.
For the discerning collector or connoisseur, this Bronze Luminor is more than an instrument: it’s a living heirloom. It joins a lineage of Panerai creations that marry heritage with innovation, echoing the Maison’s ongoing commitment to functional elegance, nautical DNA, and modern craftsmanship. The same spirit underpins the immersive retail experiences at Panerai boutiques — including the newly unveiled Zurich flagship that celebrates the brand’s “Sea World” legacy and storied past. Read about its concept store and its global boutique network.
Glacier Blue
Conclusion: A New Bronze Icon Emerges
The Panerai Luminor Marina Bronzo PAM01678 is a masterclass in balancing heritage, material intelligence and understated luxury. It’s a timepiece that invites its owner to write their own story — to witness time not just in hours and minutes, but through patina, wear, and personal milestones. As trends come and go, this Bronzo stands as a testament to enduring style, substance, and soulful craftsmanship.
