Panerai Luminor Submersible PAM960 VS Factory Review

Panerai Luminor Submersible PAM960 model is produced by VS Factory with a class 5 titanium case, 42 mm diameter and Super Clone P.9000 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.

Now let's examine this 42 mm PAM00960 diving watch together.

Brand: Panerai. Series: Submersible. Mechanism type: automatic mechanical. Mechanism model: OP XXXIV. Case diameter: 42 mm. Case material: Counterclockwise rotating bezel with graduation markings, made of Carbotech carbon fiber composite material. Dial material: black, with lumeli hour markers and round dots. Date display at position 3, small seconds dial at position 9. Case glass material: sapphire crystal glass. Crown material: screw-down, black-plated titanium; Carbotech crown protection bridge (Panerai patent). Strap material: rubber. Original reference address:

We can say that 2019 is a very special year indeed. At this year's S.I.H.H., Panerai has transformed the previous five series - Radiomir, Radiomir 1940, Luminor, Luminor 1950 and Luminor Due - into four series today - Radiomir, Luminor, Luminor Due and Submersible.

The most striking point is that the diving watch has left the Luminor series, to which it was previously affiliated, and forms the roof of a new family called Submersible. The emblem of this series has been cleverly placed at the 12th position of the dial and has become one of the most distinctive features of this year's new models.

BMG-TECH™ + CARBOTECH™: lighter but more robust

Years ago, Panerai's creative workshop (Laboratorio di Idee) developed the patented BMG-TECH™ metallic glass, which is exceptionally strong and durable. This material consists of five alloys: zirconium, copper, aluminum, titanium and nickel. It is subjected to a high-temperature high-pressure molding process, followed by cooling that takes only a few seconds. Thus, atoms do not have enough time to form an ordered structure, as usual crystals form. This "irregular" structure is the secret that gives the material its properties; making it extremely robust, highly corrosion resistant and also resistant to external impacts and magnetic fields. Harder than steel, but lighter than titanium; just like Italian men who are both masculine and soft and romantic.

However, this year this Italian gentleman appears again with a creative combination. In addition to maintaining BMG-TECH™ metallic glass on the case, the unidirectional rotating bezel is also offered with CARBOTECH™ carbon fiber composite material, another patented material of Panerai. An interesting combination indeed! Additionally, CARBOTECH™ has its own unique texture character; It better combines durability and lightness and better reflects the professional, unique aesthetic style of this series.

Case and Body Workmanship

42 mm case: with its striking size, it is in full harmony with the essence of the brand, but also suitable for different people's wrists. It reflects the strong character and unique style of Panerai professional diving watches; It also refers to the legendary history of the brand providing high-precision time measurement tools to Italian Navy commandos for many years.

Glass and Sapphire Crystal

The case glass of VS Factory Panerai PAM960 is made of sapphire glass; The winding crown on the side is made of carbon and combined with the brand's unique protective bridge design. This design protects the crown from damage caused by possible impacts.

The main component is carbon fiber; Much lighter than stainless steel and titanium. It shows extremely high resistance to corrosion in deep diving conditions, and its shock absorbing performance during movement is equally superior. This material combines all kinds of exclusive features and was first brought to the world of haute horlogerie by Panerai. Its matte black texture offers a variable character, giving each watch its own personality and making Panerai the special watch for your wrist.

Dial and Hand Details

The dial is also designed in black; The hour markers feature Super-LumiNova lume coating, which ensures they remain legible whether in sufficient light, complete darkness or underwater. The minute and hour hands of the watch and the hour marker at 12 o'clock emit a dazzling green lume; The lume of the other hour markers is blue. Thus, the user can read the time clearly even in dimly lit environments. On the left side of the dial, there is a small seconds dial at position 9, and on the corresponding right side there is a useful date window at position 3.

Strap, Buckle and Comfort

Paired with a sturdy and durable rubber strap; It responds to diving needs. The black base is adorned with the brand's blue "OP" logo, creating a distinct contrast. In addition, its outer surface is processed with a black diamond-like carbon coating and is completed with a trapezoid-shaped titanium buckle exclusive to Panerai.

The leak-proof design case back greatly improves the waterproof performance of the watch. It carries the P9000 movement, which is also produced by VS; All functions are fully working and the time setting is stable.

Summary: VS's new product PAM960 is available in limited edition and in 42 mm; A standard size suitable for Asian wrists. Its brother PAM1616 is 47 mm. A good product speaks for itself; VS is a brand that always attaches importance to texture. It needs to not only look like, but capture the feel. A product that does not pay attention to texture and care is just a soulless, empty shell. Those who know business should order without wasting time; There is neither a game nor a trap.