The California dial, which mixes both Roman and Arabic numerals, is to Panerai what the Cyclops lens is to Rolex watches, namely a distinguishing, if not unique, feature which is immediately recognizable amongst thousands...
Except that while there are tens of millions of Rolex Cyclops lenses in circulation in the world, there were until now only 1,936 modern Panerai watches equipped with a California dial.
In fact, you have to go back to 2006 and the legendary PAM 249 in order to find the first contemporary Panerai to resume using this style of dial coming straight from the 1940’s - it even seems to have been the first dial to equip a Radiomir case.
The Radiomir 249, a special limited edition of 1,936 units, is therefore a dream watch for numerous Paneristi and collectors.
Available in stores for around 6,000 € during its marketing, it saw its value practically double in just a few months.
Today, even when advertised at close to 10,000 €, the few rare copies that are made available on the used watches market every year usually find buyers very quickly, the ability to tell time using a California dial being such an expensive and exclusive privilege...
The Panerai Radiomir California PAM 424 in everyday use
On the wrist, the Panerai California PAM 424 is much easier to wear than what could be inferred from its 47mm diameter.
Its cushion-shaped casing, joined to the watch’s very thin wire loop strap attachments, minimizes the sensation of volume.
Only the thickness of the watch might be an issue with slightly adjusted shirt sleeves.
The fact remains that this Panerai, thanks to its understated dial and the elegant shape of its Radiomir casing, will work just as well despite its voluminous size wearing an informal outfit as it will wearing a suit and tie.
The day-to-day readability of this watch is, like all Panerai watches, excellent day or night, thanks to the generous use of Super-LumiNova.
As is the case for many of the products coming from the Firenze factory, the 424 has a Assolutamente strap made of velvet veal skin which fastens using an impressive pin buckle.
While aesthetically beautiful, it remains however fragile - consequently be careful not to stain it!
Finally, the onion-shaped crown with its large diameter is a pleasure to handle, the winding being such an important - if not essential - part of a manual watch.
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