VS Factory Panerai PAM979 Carbon Fiber Wristwatch Review

Panerai Luminor Submersible PAM979 model is produced by VS Factory with a class 5 titanium case, 47 mm diameter and Super Clone P.9010 movement architecture. It is among the most successful 1:1 super clone watch reviews on the market, with its sapphire crystal AR coating glass, original case tolerances and detailed workmanship.

Although the diameter of the watch is 47 mm, its weight has not increased at all thanks to the carbon fiber material. Moreover, since its wear resistance is high, even scratches that occur in daily use are not noticeable. However, this material is not easy to take shape and does not have a fixed pattern or pattern, so the texture pattern of each case is different from each other.

Dial and Hand Details

Its dial is covered with sapphire glass and has anti-reflective treatment, which means its transmittance is quite high. When you look at the glass from the side, a fish bubble pattern appears on the dial surface. Thanks to the carbon fiber material, the watch displays unique colors at different angles and lights; This is reflected faithfully to the original. When you enlarge and examine the dial, the pattern texture adds a very original atmosphere, moreover, there is no roughness on the surface and it has a completely retro atmosphere. It has a unidirectional rotating bezel. The hour markers are not surrounded by a basic frame, only lume-filled with dot nails. The signs are processed in three dimensions and rounded lines, every small detail is exactly compatible with the original. Dual color lume is extremely elegant. At the center of the dial are the hour and minute hands with engraved designs. The English text below the 12 position and above the 6 position is clearly printed, and the size and thickness are also nicely preserved. VS's attention to these details is truly admirable. The date window is opened at position 3 and the date font does not deviate from the original. The small seconds dial at 9 o'clock increases the mechanical feel. The lume dot above the 12 o'clock position is full and round, making it easier to read the time underwater. The overall dial has an elegant and flashy design, reflecting a retro atmosphere while also embodying a modern design approach.

The crown bridge protection design on the side also reflects Panerai's familiar style and protects the round crown. The gear design in the adjustment section on the inside prevents slipping while making adjustments. The adjustment function remains completely faithful to the original.

Movement and Caliber Performance

P9010 is used as the mechanism. Here I would especially like to highlight the mechanism of the 979. Although it looks like it has the 9010 movement printed on it, it is actually a VS9000 movement with a changed pressure. In the original P9010 movement, the balance wheel is at position 11, while in the 9000 it is at position 7. In this 9010 edition model, the balance wheel is in position 7, so it is actually a 9000 mechanism. However, since the case back is a closed design, this has no effect. The performance of the mechanism is quite stable.

Strap, Buckle and Comfort

It comes with a waterproof black rubber strap. The material is soft, comfortable and flexible; Comfortable to use in hand. Additionally, Panerai's classic lightning bolt logo is printed on the strap and it looks very stylish. The buckle material is titanium and it does not open easily when wearing; Its lightweight design makes it even more robust. The overall style matches the case and dial surface design beautifully.

Innovative carbon fiber material adds a unique aesthetic to the watch. Every small detail has been handled with fine workmanship, its appearance has a clear identity, and the movement performance is stable. Recommended!