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Lot #4421
Panerai Luminor GMT Automatic PAM 297 Box and Papers
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Introduction
Arguably one of the most iconic watchmakers in the industry, Panerai are beloved by their army of passionate collectors, or ‘Paneristi’ as they are known for their larger-than-life timepieces, signature details and rich history as a military-worn dive watch manufacturer. Only coming into the public domain in the 1993, Panerai’s early timepieces are naturally cult classics due to their unyielding character and rich heritage. Offered here we have the stainless steel PAM00297, featuring a black dial with a date function at 3 o’clock and a running seconds subdial at 9 o’clock – a combination that has become emblematic of Panerai’s dial layouts – and a third central hand for its GMT function. A large watch as Panerai are typically known for, the PAM00297 comes in the brand’s famed 44mm diameter cushion-shaped case, but the PAM00297 also comes on a stainless steel bracelet which allows it to remain entirely robust and on-task all while wearing with a more luxurious aesthetic than most other Panerai models from the same generation are known for with their typical rubber straps.
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Grade
M 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers
Est. value range
$4,000 – $6,000
The Details
Brand
Panerai
Dimensions
44mm
Model
Luminor GMT
Movement
Automatic cal. OP VIII
Reference
PAM00297
Bracelet
Stainless steel bracelet
Year
2008
Condition
Excellent
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch, box, and papers
Dial Color
Black
THE DIAL
Featuring the brand's signature black dial in a fittingly legible design that highlights Panerai's function-over-form aesthetic, the PAM297 boasts a date, a running seconds subdial that complements its Arabic numerals and date aperture, and a GMT hand to add to its utility as an everyday watch.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Featuring the Luminor's robust construction in Panerai's signature 44mm case size with Panerai's signature crown-locking mechanism and a stainless steel bracelet, the PAM297 wears with the presence and confidence that any Paneristi would be familiar with.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in overall excellent condition. The steel case shows some light scratches and marks, while the case back has a number of small dings, though all engravings remain well defined. The dial and hands are like new. It is fitted with a steel bracelet showing a couple of small scuffs and negligible play between the links. The bracelet has 17 links, 4 of which are removable, with 3 additional links included, and fits approximately a 7” wrist. Comes with inner and outer boxes, warranty card, booklet, and tool.
Our Perspective
On-task and robust yet still more casual and wearable than Panerai were known for at the time, models like the PAM297 are what caused Panerai to become so popular in the 2000s and create the cult following that they still enjoy to this day.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder
