Panerai Luminor Marina PAM01707 Carbotech: A Lightweight Dive Watch with Military DNA
Panerai has unveiled the Luminor Marina PAM01707, a new 44mm dive watch that pairs one of its most recognisable silhouettes with a full Carbotech case. The result is a significantly lighter take on the classic Luminor Marina, while retaining the vintage-inspired details that reference Panerai's military past.
Carbotech: Lighter Than Titanium, Tougher Than Steel
The 44mm case, bezel, and crown protector are crafted from Carbotech, Panerai's proprietary carbon composite made by compressing layers of carbon fibre with PEEK, a high-performance polymer. The material is significantly lighter than both titanium and steel while offering excellent corrosion resistance — ideal for underwater use.
Thanks to the layered construction, each case features a unique marbled pattern on its matte-black surface. The closed caseback and trapezoidal pin buckle are made from DLC-coated titanium, and despite its large dimensions, the watch weighs only around 100 grams. Water resistance is rated at 300 metres.
Vintage-Inspired Sandwich Dial
The matte black dial features Panerai's signature sandwich construction with warm beige Super-LumiNova that emits a green glow in the dark. The absence of a date display creates a cleaner layout reminiscent of early military references. The small seconds display at 9 o'clock is both a functional and historical feature, originally allowing military divers to confirm at a glance that the watch was running.
Technical Specifications
| Case | 44mm x 14.5mm — Carbotech case and bezel — DLC-coated titanium caseback — sapphire crystal — crown-protecting bridge — 300m WR |
| Dial | Matte black — sandwich construction — beige Super-LumiNova — small seconds at 9 o'clock — no date |
| Movement | P.9010 calibre — automatic — 31 jewels — 28,800vph — twin barrels — 72h power reserve — independently adjustable local hour hand |
| Strap | Brown vintage-style calf leather with beige stitching — DLC-coated titanium pin buckle — additional black rubber strap included |
| Price | EUR 15,200 |
| Reference | PAM01707 |
| Availability | From August 2026 |
How It Compares
- Weight: ~100g (lighter than most 44mm steel dive watches)
- Water Resistance: 300m — suitable for professional diving
- Power Reserve: 72 hours (3 days) via twin barrels
- Key Feature: Carbotech case with unique marbled pattern per unit
FAQ
Q: What is Carbotech and how does it compare to titanium?
A: Carbotech is Panerai's proprietary carbon composite made from compressed carbon fibre layers with PEEK polymer. It is lighter than titanium and steel while offering superior corrosion resistance. Each case has a unique marbled pattern due to the layered construction.
Q: Is the PAM01707 suitable for diving?
A: Yes. With 300 metres of water resistance, the crown-protecting bridge, and a unidirectional rotating bezel, the PAM01707 is a fully capable professional dive watch.
Q: Does it come with extra straps?
A: Yes. The watch ships with a brown vintage-style calf leather strap and an additional black rubber strap, allowing quick swapping for different occasions.
According to Monochrome Watches, the Panerai Luminor Marina PAM01707 is priced at EUR 15,200 and available from August 2026.
For more on dive watch selection, visit our Dive Watch Buying Guide. To learn about Panerai's materials technology, see our Panerai Materials Guide.