Finally. A Panerai pocket watch for Radiomir die-hards. This very special timepiece truly allows one to admire the new and improved cusp-shaped case of the Radiomir re-introduced in 2012. Obviously the classic wire loop strap attachments were omitted. In their place we find a single gold bow arched over the winding conical crown, and attached to it is a 40-cm long gold chain designed to evoke nautical sentiments.

Fluted for maximum traction, the conical crown engraved with the OP logo makes winding the movement a breeze. Detaching the gold chain from the bow can be simply achieved thanks to a spring-loaded lever in the hook.

In accordance with pocket watch tradition, the watch features a hunter’s case back which pops open to reveal a beautifully skeletonised manual-winding movement, Calibre P.3001/10. Offering a three-day long power reserve, the movement’s twin barrels had been artfully skeletonised and chamfered, as were many of its bridges.

Power reserve indication can be viewed through the case back – simply flip the watch over and pop open the hatch. That’s a hassle free bonus compared to those wristwatch models featuring this movement. 

The Panerai Pocket Watch 3 Days might strike one as a simple timepiece at first glance but those familiar with the watchmaking philosophy of Panerai will know how much detail can be gleaned from just looking at the exterior. For starters, the unique cusp-shaped case looks different when viewed from the side as compared to the front. Indeed, it is no simple cushion-shaped watch.

A wide expanse on the hunter’s case back allows ample space to accommodate a special message or one’s family crest – few better ways to customise your watch than with a personal touch.

In 5NPt red gold (PAM447), the watch is paired with a sunray-finished brown dial. In white gold (PAM529), the dial is also sunray-finished but in anthracite. Both variations utilise the classic Panerai sandwich dial construction where two superimposed discs enclose a layer of SuperLuminova (sand-coloured) which shines with exceptional brightness through the stencilled hour numerals and markers.