Case and Dial Architecture
The Luminor Rattrapante 1950 is housed in a large, three-body cushion-shaped case crafted from stainless steel. The construction exhibits both polished and brushed surfaces, providing a distinct visual contrast. A defining element of the case is the patented security lever mechanism positioned over the winding crown, designed to allow crown operation while submerged. Additionally, the case features a split-seconds push button located at the 8 o'clock position and is fitted with sapphire crystals. The case back is transparent and screwed-down, allowing for visibility of the internal caliber.
The black dial is configured for high visibility, utilizing luminous Arabic numerals and indices. The layout includes two subsidiary dials dedicated to the constant seconds and a 30-minute chronograph register. An outer ring provides tachometer graduation. Luminous steel baton hands are used for time display. The dial, along with the case and movement, is signed by Officine Panerai.
Evidence for this section
- “C. Three-body, polished and brushed, transparent screwed-down case back, winding crown with patented security lever to wind the watch even underwater, push button at 8 for the split-seconds function, sapphire crystals.”
- “D. Black with luminous Arabic numerals and indexes, subsidiary dials for the seconds and the 30-minute register, outer ring with tachometer graduation. Luminous steel "baton" hands.”