The Wristwatch Field Guide

Panerai Luminor Marina Tantalium

PAM00172 Archive · used only

The Panerai Luminor Marina Tantalium is a discontinued watch with a tantalum case. No longer offered new; listed here as an archive reference for the used market.

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Material
Tantalum
Grade / type
Tantalum
Water resistance
300 m
Reference
PAM00172
Type
Other
Price
– · 2003 limited edition; secondary market
Case diameter
44.0 mm
Origin
Italy
Movement
Manual
Caliber
OP XI (ETA 6497-based)
Power reserve
56 hours
Complications
Time only
Colour
Grey
Construction
Assembled
Caseback
Titanium
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Leather strap
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Black
Dial colours
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
No longer offered
Status
Archive (2003, limited edition of 300)
Not published
Thickness, Lug-to-lug, Weight, Hardness, Surface treatment, Matching bracelet
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Panerai archive (maker) Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Panerai Luminor Marina Tantalium nickel-free?

No. At least one part that touches the skin is nickel-bearing steel (commonly the caseback or clasp), so the guide does not mark it nickel-free.

What is the case material of the Panerai Luminor Marina Tantalium?

The Panerai Luminor Marina Tantalium has a tantalum case with a titanium caseback. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Panerai Luminor Marina Tantalium?

It is 44.0 mm in diameter, and water resistant to 300 m.

How much does the Panerai Luminor Marina Tantalium cost, and is it available?

It is no longer offered new; the guide keeps it as an archive reference for the used market.

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