Panerai Radiomir Black Seal 3 Day PAM388
The Panerai Radiomir Black Seal 3 Days PAM388 is a modern tribute to the brand’s historic tool watches, designed with unmistakable Italian flair and robust Swiss mechanics. Its 45 mm polished stainless steel cushion-shaped case houses a clean black dial, featuring large luminous Arabic numerals, stick hour markers, and the signature small seconds sub-dial at 9 o’clock. A date aperture at 3 o’clock balances the design, while the trademark wire lugs and oversized onion crown nod to the Radiomir’s wartime origins. With its sapphire crystal and minimalist layout, the PAM388 is both highly legible and refined, capturing the essence of Panerai’s military DNA.
Inside, the watch is powered by Panerai’s in-house P.9000 automatic calibre, offering a 72-hour (3-day) power reserve thanks to its twin-barrel construction. Visible through the sapphire caseback, the movement combines durability with modern finishing, making it as functional as it is handsome. Paired with a supple leather strap for comfort and style, the Radiomir Black Seal PAM388 strikes a balance between rugged heritage and everyday sophistication, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a statement piece that wears its history proudly.
Information:
Pre-Owned: Panerai Radiomir Black Seal 3 Day PAM388
Reference: PAM388
Bracelet: Panerai Leather Black Strap
Case: 45mm - Stainless Steel
Lug Width: 26mm
Movement: Panerai P.9000 - Automatic
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
Box and Papers: Inner box - no warranty papers
Crystal: Sapphire
Bracelet size: 7.5”
Condition:
Case has light normal wear with minimal marks. Strap has minimal creasing with no extra wear or stains. Dial, hands, and crystal have no wear.
History of Panerai:
Panerai was founded in 1860 by Giovanni Panerai in Florence, Italy, originally serving as a watchmaker’s shop, workshop, and the city’s first watchmaking school. The brand gained prominence in the early 20th century as the official supplier of precision instruments to the Royal Italian Navy. It was during this time that Panerai developed its now-iconic Radiomir and later the Luminor—robust, highly legible dive watches equipped with luminous materials and oversized cushion-shaped cases designed for military use. For decades, these models were top-secret tools of elite naval divers, only entering the civilian market in the 1990s.
Today, Panerai is known for blending Swiss mechanical expertise with bold Italian design. The Luminor and Radiomir collections remain the foundation of the brand, recognized by their signature crown guards, sandwich dials, and strong wrist presence. The more recent Submersible line pushes deeper into the professional dive category, while in-house calibers and limited-edition releases have elevated Panerai's status among collectors. Panerai’s watches are not just tools—they’re a statement of heritage, adventure, and mechanical precision, deeply rooted in maritime history and built for those who value distinctive, purpose-driven design.
