Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar in red gold and lush green
The Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar in red gold and lush green is an ‘animation’ of the popular PanoMaticLunar model, a timepiece much admired by connoisseurs. With its new colourway, the model sates the market’s current fondness for green dials. However, beyond the colour of its dial, this model demonstrates the brand’s vast in-house expertise.
Image – Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar in red gold and lush green
Glashütte Original beloved by purists
Glashütte Original is a brand that will no doubt appeal to purists. Every element of each composition is beautifully considered and superbly executed. Appraise the cases of many of the marque’s models and you will note the sublime blend of polished and brushed surfaces. Each line is crisp and defined, while every surface is notably smooth.
Image – Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar in red gold and lush green
Glashütte Original in-house movements
The brand from Saxony makes in-house movements within its Manufactory. The specification often includes a three-quarter plate, a feature typical of this region, Glashütte ribbing, perlage, thermally blued screws and a screwed balance. Everything is topped off with a high quotient of hand-finishing in evidence.
Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar – a popular choice
The firm’s PanoMaticLunar model has been popular for a number of years. Its asymmetric dial design immediately differentiates it from many other watches. The hour and minutes display are positioned off-centre to the north-westerly region of the dial. A small seconds indication overlaps the aforementioned display, dwelling in the lower hemisphere of the dial, while a moon phase display and oversized date complete the inventory of functions. Everything is legible and contributes to the cohesive whole. Despite the model being a member of the brand’s collection for over 20 years, its aesthetic allure remains undiminished and has somehow sidestepped the fickleness of fashion. Needless to say, I am a fan.
Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar in red gold and lush green – a new dial option
Now, the brand has revisited its popular model and chosen to offer a new dial option. Currently, the public’s predilection for green dials shows no signs of waning. Numerous watch brands are falling over themselves to indulge this craving for verdant shades and the brand from Saxony proves no exception. The Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar in red gold and lush green pairs a case, formed of noble metal, with a green/black dial enriched with a dégradé effect. The central area of the dial is presented in dark green but as it approaches the periphery it gradually transitions to black. The dial tones appear more sophisticated than a single-tone dial, heightening the overall perception of quality.
Now, the brand has revisited its popular model and chosen to offer a new dial option. Currently, the public’s predilection for green dials shows no signs of waning. Numerous watch brands are falling over themselves to indulge this craving for verdant shades and the brand from Saxony proves no exception. The Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar in red gold and lush green pairs a case, formed of noble metal, with a green/black dial enriched with a dégradé effect. The central area of the dial is presented in dark green but as it approaches the periphery it gradually transitions to black. The dial tones appear more sophisticated than a single-tone dial, heightening the overall perception of quality.
Glashütte Original – dial-making facility in Pforzheim
One strength of Glashütte Original, and there are many, is the brand has its own dial-making facility in Pforzheim. The surface of this particular green/black horological vista is varnished and employs much hand-craftsmanship. While the dial is made in the state of Baden-Württemberg, the watch remains very much a product of Glashütte, the epi-centre of German watchmaking and home to some of the finest watches in existence.
In summary, the Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar in red gold and lush green is new but reassuringly familiar.
Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar in red gold and lush green – the brand’s press release
Well-dressed, confident, successful. It’s an accurate description of the new PanoMaticLunar, but there’s so much more to meet the eye. As a mainstay of our collection for more than 20 years, the Pano has become a byword for originality and individuality. Its enduring appeal has always been in the details that warrant a second look. It’s a favourite with those who have a passion for life, beauty and creativity.
Designed to be different
Openness to explore and curiosity to discover new things is what first attracts to the PanoMaticLunar. In the classic 40 mm circular case with its traditional leather strap, one notices the unusual asymmetric dial with its intricate off-centre hour and minute hands, its prominent small second display, the characteristic Panorama Date display at 4 o’clock and its cleverly rendered moon phase indicator. Each detail draws the eye closer to the craftmanship of the dial, making you aware of the time and energy spent creating the face of this masterful timepiece. The colour gradient on the hand-crafted dial is particularly eye-catching: starting from an intense dark green in the centre, the colour changes gradually to black at the edges.
For a person who recognises beauty in the smallest details, it would be easy to get lost in these tiny touches. However, it is also an invitation to discover everything the PanoMaticLunar has to offer – the subtle details and the bold bigger picture.
Defining details
The see-through sapphire crystal case back offers a clear view of the exquisitely finished manufactory 90-02 automatic movement with its off-centre rotor. Glashütte Original’s signature duplex swan-neck fine adjustment along with numerous other elements of authentic Glashütte watchmaking provide additional evidence of their unmistakable origin.
The red gold case and crown are polished to perfection and offer a warm contrast to the rich, deep green of the dial; the glossy alligator leather strap in green is the lush, opulent finishing touch to a harmonious presentation.
The sharpened senses that allowed to notice the details on the PanoMaticLunar dial are the same senses that take inspiration from the wider world and to understand the exceptional qualities of this very special piece in our collection.
With an extraordinary taste, an expert attention to detail and an appreciation of beauty, there’s so much more than meets the eye. The PanoMaticLunar was made with a unique individual in mind. Just like the owner, it’s a true Original.