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Panerai Radiomir Rattrapante PAM 214 Ref. OP 6642

Partially verified

This Panerai Radiomir Rattrapante, reference OP 6642, is a self-winding split-seconds chronograph wristwatch produced in 2007 as part of a limited edition of 500 units. The watch features a large, cushion-shaped, polished stainless steel case measuring 45 mm by 45 mm, with a thickness of 17 mm. It incorporates wire lugs secured by four screws in the case band, a transparent screwed-down case back, and a screwed-down winding crown. The watch is powered by the Caliber OP XVIII movement, which is rhodium-plated, features oeil-de-perdrix decoration, and contains 31 jewels. The movement utilizes a straight-line lever escapement, a monometallic balance, and a micrometer regulator. The watch is identified by serial number J 146/500.

Front view of the Panerai Radiomir Rattrapante, reference OP 6642, featuring a black dial with split-seconds chronograph registers.
Front view of the Panerai Radiomir Rattrapante, reference OP 6642, featuring a black dial with split-seconds chronograph registers. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Wristwatch · Split-seconds chronograph wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Officine Panerai
Reference
OP 6642
Catalogue / lot identifier
365
Source-reported date
2007
Source-reported place
Not established
Source-reported serial
J 146/500

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial

The timepiece is constructed with a three-body, polished stainless steel case, characterized by its cushion-shaped design. The case includes wire lugs held in place by four screws located on the case band. It features a transparent, screwed-down case back, a screwed-down winding crown, and a distinct push button positioned at 8 o'clock for the operation of the split-seconds chronograph function. Sapphire crystals are utilized on both sides of the watch for protection.

The dial is finished in black and displays luminous Arabic numerals alongside baton indexes. Two subsidiary guilloché dials indicate the seconds and the 30-minute chronograph register. An outer track displays minutes and seconds, complemented by a tachometer graduation scaled to 400 UPH. Luminous black baton hands are used to display the time, maintaining the aesthetic of a diver's wristwatch.

Evidence for this section
  • “Three-body, polished, transparent screwed-down case back”
  • “push button at 8 for the split-seconds function”
  • “wire lugs secured by 4 screws in the case band”
  • “Black with luminous Arabic numerals and baton indexes”

Movement and Escapement

The watch is powered by the Caliber OP XVIII movement, a self-winding mechanism designed for the chronograph function. The movement is finished with rhodium plating and features oeil-de-perdrix decoration, which is visible through the transparent case back. It is equipped with 31 jewels and a straight-line lever escapement. The regulation of the movement is handled by a micrometer regulator and a monometallic balance with a self-compensating flat balance spring and a shock absorber system.

The auction description indicates that the movement, while identified as a Chronometer, requires an overhaul.

Evidence for this section
  • “Cal. OP XVIII, rhodium-plated, oeil-de-perdrix decoration, 31 jewels”
  • “straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber”
  • “Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense”

Provenance and Documentation

This specific example is numbered J 146/500, confirming its origin within the limited production run of 500 pieces manufactured in 2007. It was originally sold on January 17th, 2008. The timepiece is accompanied by a full suite of original documentation and accessories.

These items serve to verify the watch's identity and its initial sale history. The dial, case, and movement are all signed by the manufacturer, consistent with the documentation provided for the lot.

Evidence for this section
  • “Made in a limited edition of 500 pieces in 2007, sold January 17th, 2008.”
  • “Accompanied by the original fitted wooden box, Chronometer certificate, warranty card, bill of sale and instruction booklet.”
  • “Dial, case and movement signed.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement base caliber used for the Panerai OP XVIII?
  • Are there documented variations in the dial layout or luminous material application across the 500 produced pieces?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Panerai Radiomir Rattrapante PAM 214 Ref. OP 6642
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
ModelRadiomir Rattrapante“Radiomir Rattrapante”
ReferenceOP 6642“Ref. OP 6642”
Limited Edition500 pieces“Made in a limited edition of 500 pieces”
Year of production2007“Made in a limited edition of 500 pieces in 2007”
Serial NumberJ 146/500“No. J 146/500”
MovementCal. OP XVIII“Cal. OP XVIII”
Jewels31“31 jewels”
Case Dimensions45 x 45 mm“DIM. 45 x 45 mm.”

Visible details

  • Black dial with luminous Arabic numerals and baton indexes
  • Push button at the 8 o'clock position for the split-seconds function
  • Wire lugs fixed with four screws in the case band
  • Brown leather strap with deployant clasp

Research qualifications

  • The movement is reported to require an overhaul
  • The exact origin country is not specified in the source documentation

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

PANERAI PAM 214 REF. 6642 SPLIT-SECONDS CHRONOGRAPH STEEL Officine Panerai, "Radiomir Rattrapante," Automatic Chronometer, No. J 146/500, PAM 214, Ref. OP 6642. Made in a limited edition of 500 pieces in 2007, sold January 17th, 2008. Very fine, large, cushion-shaped, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel diver's Chronometer wristwatch with round button split seconds chronograph, register, tachometer and a stainless steel Panerai double deployant clasp. Accompanied by the original fitted wooden box, Chronometer certificate, warranty card, bill of sale and instruction booklet.

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record 4d689deae8

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