Panerai - Luminor - Men - 2004

The Panerai Luminor Base PAM 114 is one of the most iconic and distinctive models from the Florentine manufacture, renowned for breaking the brand’s traditional mold with its bright white dial inserted into the classic 44 mm “Base” case. Below are the main technical details, aesthetic characteristics and information about the visible movement.

Key Features
The Base Dial: Unlike the Luminor Marina counterpart (PAM 113, which features small seconds at 9 o’clock), the PAM 114 adopts the purist “Base” configuration. The dial shows only the hours and minutes hands, maximizing visual cleanliness.
Arabic numerals and graphics: The glossy white dial features large black Arabic numerals, accompanied by small luminous material-filled markers (Luminova) at the hour positions. This contrast ensures exceptional legibility.
Case history: The case is a polished 44 mm stainless steel with the famous crown-protecting bridge and locking lever, a distinctive hallmark of the Luminor collection.
Movement and Exhibition Caseback
One of the most appreciated strengths by collectors for this particular Panerai generation is the watch’s back:
Caliber OP X: The PAM 114 is powered by the in-house Panerai OP X movement, a hand-wound mechanical movement derived from the reliable ETA-Unitas 6497 architecture. It offers a power reserve of about 56 hours.
Exhibition Caseback: The watch features a transparent sapphire crystal caseback, allowing you to admire the bridges decorated with Côtes de Genève and the balance wheel in action.
Market and Collecting
The PAM 114 is a discontinued model that is highly sought after on the pre-owned market. It represents an excellent choice for those who love Panerai’s characteristic presence on the wrist but want a fresh and elegant alternative to the classic military-derived black dials.
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- The current average market prices on major trading platforms.
- Tips for choosing straps (the white dial is considered a “strap monster,” perfect for countless combinations).