Panerai Luminor Marina Militare

About this reference

The Panerai Luminor Marina Militare reference 6152 was produced during the 1950s as a specialized instrument for the Italian Navy. Collectors prioritize this reference for its 47mm stainless steel cushion case and the introduction of the patented crown-protecting bridge, which distinguishes the Luminor from earlier Radiomir models. Most examples house the manual-wind Rolex Caliber 618 movement. The dials typically feature a sandwich construction with "Marina Militare" or "Luminor Panerai" engravings, utilizing tritium-based luminous material. Due to limited military production runs, surviving examples are rare. On the secondary market, these watches generally command prices in the low-to-mid six-figure range depending on provenance and original component integrity. A notable variant is the 6152/1, which often features an Angelus 240 eight-day movement and a transparent caseback, representing a significant evolution in the brand’s technical specifications during the mid-century period.