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Curiosity and imagination are guiding principles for Panerai. The brand consistently seeks new methods, materials, and sustainable solutions.
At times that non-traditional spirit leads to unpredictable partnerships, like the one formed between Panerai and Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers. At RazerCon 2021, Razer’s digital celebration of all things about gaming and more, the brands recognised their mutual focus on measures to heal the environment and joined in support of a critical ocean preservation project to promote ocean literacy.
The alliance continues with the introduction of Luminor Quaranta Razer Special Edition, a watch that merges high-end horology and the iconic aesthetic of the most recognised name in e-sports and global gaming. Production will be limited to 500 timepieces available exclusively through Panerai boutiques and panerai.com.
The colours of the Luminor Quaranta Razer – black with electric green accents on the small seconds dial and strap stitching – are inspired by the gaming brand’s signature colours, and its 40mm case is composed of eSteel coated with DLC. A next-generation metal made of recycled steel, eSteel exhibits the same properties as its conventional counterpart. With the addition of DLC (diamond like carbon coating) to its surface, the brushed case takes on a matt black finish.
Luminor Quaranta Razer Special Edition is immediately identifiable as a part of the iconic Luminor collection, a pillar of the Panerai family of adventure-ready watches and distinguished by a cushion-shaped case, including a patented crown-protection bridge. But subtle engravings – Razer’s notorious triple-headed snake logo on the caseback and the Razer name in the brand’s signature font on the crown-protection bridge – explicitly announce its presence as a partner in the design of the watch. In addition, the sandwich dial features grey Super-LumiNova that glows green to harmonise with Razer’s distinctive palette.
This new timepiece is the symbol of the commitment toward sustainability, but it does not end there. Together, Panerai and Razer have also partnered with Conservation International, the environmental non-profit organisation, to support marine species research.
November 03, 2022