Officine Panerai Luminor Rattrapante 1950, PAM 00213
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
2005
Produced in a limited edition of 800 pieces in 2005, this Officine Panerai Luminor Rattrapante 1950 is a self-winding, stainless steel diver's wristwatch. The watch features a large, cushion-shaped case measuring 44 by 44 mm, with a thickness of 19 mm, characterized by both polished and brushed finishes.
It is equipped with a signature patented security lever over the winding crown and a split-seconds chronograph push button at the 8 o'clock position. The timepiece houses the rhodium-plated Caliber OP XVIII, featuring 'oeil-de-perdrix' and 'fausses côtes' decoration, 31 jewels, and a micrometer regulator. The black dial contains luminous Arabic numerals and indices, with subsidiary dials for seconds and a 30-minute register, framed by an outer tachometer scale.
The watch is accompanied by a fitted box and certificate, with an original stainless steel double deployant clasp.
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Split seconds chronograph
- Maker
- Officine Panerai
- Serial
- H 068/800
- Movement
- Cal. OP XVIII
- Reference
- PAM 00213
- Decoration
- Oeil-de-perdrix and fausses côtes
- Dimensions
- 44 x 44 mm
- Case Features
- Patented security lever
- Place recorded
- Italy
- Limited Edition
- 800 pieces
- Maker / attribution
- Officine Panerai
Design
- Visible features
- • Cushion-shaped case with signature crown security lever • Black dial with luminous Arabic numerals and baton hands • Split-seconds chronograph button located on the case side at 8 o'clock • Transparent case back displaying movement
- Case and Dial Architecture
- The Luminor Rattrapante 1950 is housed in a large, three-body cushion-shaped case crafted from stainless steel. The construction exhibits both polished and brushed surfaces, providing a distinct visual contrast. A defining element of the case is the patented security lever mechanism positioned over the winding crown, designed to allow crown operation while submerged. Additionally, the case features a split-seconds push button located at the 8 o'clock position and is fitted with sapphire crystals. The case back is transparent and screwed-down, allowing for visibility of the internal caliber. The black dial is configured for high visibility, utilizing luminous Arabic numerals and indices. The layout includes two subsidiary dials dedicated to the constant seconds and a 30-minute chronograph register. An outer ring provides tachometer graduation. Luminous steel baton hands are used for time display. The dial, along with the case and movement, is signed by Officine Panerai.
- Condition and Accompaniments
- The auction description provides a high-level condition report, assigning a grade of 'AA' (Very good) to the overall piece. Individual components are classified as 'new' condition, with the case and movement both ranked as grade 1, and the dial classified as grade 1-01. This set is accompanied by its original fitted box and the official certificate of authenticity. The watch is also presented with its original stainless steel double deployant clasp,
- Movement and Mechanical Details
- The timepiece is powered by the self-winding Caliber OP XVIII. This movement is rhodium-plated and features specialized decorative finishes, specifically 'oeil-de-perdrix' and 'fausses côtes' patterning. The mechanical assembly utilizes 31 jewels to reduce friction. Regulated through a micrometer, the movement operates with a straight-line lever escapement. It incorporates a monometallic balance paired with a shock absorber system and a self-compensating flat balance spring, ensuring stability during operation.
Identification
- Reference
- PAM 00213
- Serial number
- H 068/800
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
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