"I immediately felt when I saw the watch that it had star power." Sylvester Stallone

Far from a newcomer to the watch scene, Panerai traces its storied history back to 1860. Vintage watch connoisseurs know the company best for its naval dive models - in 1935 Panerai was commissioned by the Italian navy to build watches for their commando frogmen (these first Panerais featured movements, crowns, and casebacks made by Rolex) and in the years that followed supplied other Mediterranean based navies with these special dive watches. Collectors have a strong affinity for these early "original" Panerai's which can command six figure prices at auction.

The watch offered here captures much of what has made the modern Panerai renaissance so successful. The Luminor GMT pairs the unmistakable Luminor case and patented crown-protecting bridge with one of the brand's most useful complications, a second time zone display.

Introduced in the early years of Panerai's modern production and powered by the automatic OP VIII movement, the PAM 88 became one of the most popular references among Panerai enthusiasts thanks to its combination of classic military-inspired styling, drawing its inspiration from the company's naval traditions, and practical everyday functionality. The model remained in production for many years and developed a reputation as one of the cornerstone references of the Luminor line.

Its dial is quintessential Panerai. The bold luminous Arabic numerals, oversized hands, recessed running seconds register, and arrow-tipped GMT hand create a display that is instantly recognizable from across a room. The outer 24-hour scale allows quick reading of a second time zone, making the watch equally at home on international travel or daily wear. The black dial provides excellent contrast and preserves the purposeful tool-watch character that helped establish Panerai's cult following among collectors.

Powering the watch is one of Panerai's fine caliber OP III engines.

We are pleased to offer our Certified Pre-Owned Luminor GMT in gorgeous condition. It presents as a 9.6 out of 10.

It case presents as mint with only fairly light signs of previous polishing. Its dial is like new. Its crystal is 99% mint.

One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with genuine Panerai parts, installing new correct springbars, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $995 value).

It is running very strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Panerai

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a full-page custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

Current Retail Price for a new Luminor GMT: $11,400.00 USD + tax

Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.

Country of origin: Italy
Serial number: BB 989494
Movement number: No. 585923
Maker: Officine Panerai
Model: Ref. PAM 88, PAM00088 / OP6761, Luminor GMT
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Quick-Setting Date, Automatic, Waterproof
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case dimensions:  44mm diameter
Case condition: Presents as mint with only fairly light signs of previous polishing.
Dial: Black, signed Panerai, with luminous Arabic numerals, baton markers, outer 24-hour GMT chapter ring, date aperture, GMT hand subsidiary seconds dial, like new
Band: Leather, aftermarket, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn
Movement type: Cal. OP III (base 7750), rhodium-plated, "oeil-de-perdrix" and special Panerai-decoration, 21 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring, micrometer regulator
Crystal: Sapphire, not glare-proof, with "Cyclops" lens, 99% mint
Servicing: One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with genuine Panerai parts, installing new correct springbars, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $995 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running very strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Panerai
Warranty: 1-year C.O.T. international warranty. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide