Panerai Luminor Luna Rossa Chrono and GMT: Sailing-Inspired Watches for the 38th America's Cup
As the countdown to the 38th America's Cup in Naples continues, Panerai has once again turned to its partnership with sailing team Luna Rossa to produce two new sport-focused Luminor watches. Since teaming up with Luna Rossa in 2019, Panerai has made the collaboration into a proving ground for its modern sports watches — and the latest chapter adds two distinct pieces: the Luminor Luna Rossa Chrono PAM01768 and the Luminor Luna Rossa GMT PAM01791.
PAM01768: Chronograph Built for Speed
The more purpose-built of the two, the Luminor Luna Rossa Chrono PAM01768 is housed in a 44mm brushed steel case with a silver sun-brushed dial and red details inspired by the Luna Rossa team colours. It features a tachymeter scale for measuring average speed over a set distance, working together with the central red-and-white chronograph seconds hand to calculate speed in kilometres or miles per hour.
Inside is the calibre P.9210, an automatic chronograph movement beating at 28,800 vibrations/hour with a 42-hour power reserve. This limited edition of 500 pieces introduces a first for the Luna Rossa collection: an elastic Velcro strap with a red central stripe and quick-adjust design. A second black rubber strap is also included.
PAM01791: First Luna Rossa with Metal Bracelet
The Luminor Luna Rossa GMT PAM01791 takes a different approach. At 40mm, it is among the more compact watches in the Luna Rossa family, and it becomes the first Luna Rossa watch to be fitted with a metal bracelet. The silver sun-brushed dial has red accents on the small seconds hand and the arrow-shaped GMT hand, whose shape is inspired by the sail of the Luna Rossa yacht.
Power comes from the automatic P.900/GMT calibre with a three-day power reserve and a 12-hour second-time-zone display. Water resistance is 100 metres, and the watch features Panerai's PAM Click Release System, allowing the bracelet to be swapped for another strap without tools.
Technical Specifications
| Model | PAM01768 Chrono | PAM01791 GMT |
| Case | 44mm — brushed steel | 40mm — brushed steel, polished bezel |
| Water Resistance | 100m | 100m |
| Movement | P.9210 — auto chronograph — 42h PR | P.900/GMT — auto — 72h PR |
| Bracelet/Strap | Velcro + rubber strap | Steel bracelet with PAM Click |
| Limited | 500 pieces | Regular production |
| Price | EUR 11,200 | EUR 11,100 |
Why the Luna Rossa Partnership Matters
- Performance Heritage: Luna Rossa watches have featured Carbotech, titanium cases, GMT complications, and flyback chronographs since 2019
- Design Language: Red accents, silver dials, and sail-inspired GMT hands tie each model to the racing yacht
- America's Cup Timing: Both watches launched ahead of the 38th America's Cup in Naples, Italy
FAQ
Q: What makes the PAM01768 a limited edition?
A: Only 500 pieces will be produced. Each arrives in a deluxe blue cherry wood box and features the new Velcro strap with Luna Rossa red stripe.
Q: Can I swap the bracelet on the GMT without tools?
A: Yes. The PAM01791 uses Panerai's PAM Click Release System, which allows quick strap and bracelet changes using standard spring bars.
Q: Is the GMT hand a true independently set time zone?
A: The P.900/GMT calibre provides a 12-hour second time zone display via the arrow-shaped GMT hand, useful for tracking a second time zone while travelling.
According to Monochrome Watches, the PAM01768 is limited to 500 pieces at EUR 11,200, while the PAM01791 joins the regular collection at EUR 11,100.
For more on GMT watches, see our GMT Watch Guide. Explore our Panerai Luminor Collection Overview.