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The New Patek Philippe Twenty~4 7340/1R Perpetual Calendar

Introduced in 1999, the Twenty~4 collection was Patek Philippe’s first dedicated line of feminine timepieces. The original model featured an Art Deco-inspired manchette (cuff) design, but in 2018, the brand unveiled the Twenty~4 Automatic, which is a round-cased iteration powered by an automatic movement. This year, Patek Philippe elevates the collection further by introducing a perpetual calendar complication, marking the collection's debut in the realm of Grand Complications.
Crafted entirely in 18K rose gold, the watch features a 36mm case with a slender profile of just 9.95mm, making it sit gracefully on the wrist. The case is meticulously finished with a combination of polished and brushed surfaces, enhancing its refined aesthetic. Two dial options are available. The Ref. 7340/1R-001 features a silvery opaline dial with a vertical satin finish, evoking the texture of shantung silk that feature irregular texture, while the Ref. 7340/1R-010 presents an olive green sunburst dial for a more contemporary appeal.

Introducing Circula Announces the New Facet Collection in Three Versions

Three Hues with Dials Inspired by the Brand's Logo

Circula is a family-owned watch brand based in Pforzheim, Germany, with a history dating back to 1955. Founded by a grandfather and now run by his grandson in the third generation, the brand has been passed down through the family. Since 2018, under the leadership of Cornelius Huber, Circola has successfully blended its rich heritage with modern innovation. The brand offers watches such as the SuperSport dive watch, DiveSport Titanium, and ProTrail, all designed to meet the demands of both adventure and everyday wear. Today, we’re excited to showcase the brand’s latest releases in a range of colors, the "Facet" collection

The case is made of 316L stainless steel, featuring a combination of brushed and polished surfaces for a clean, angular look. With a diameter of 38mm and a height of 10mm, the case has a polished bezel with a three-dimensional effect, created by intersecting conical surfaces. It is protected by scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with a 3x anti-reflective coating on the inside. The exhibition case back is secured with four screws, allowing a clear view of the movement. The crown is designed with a knurled pattern, inspired by the new gear-shaped logo, adding a distinctive touch. The watch is water-resistant to 100 meters, making it suitable for daily wear.

The dial is available in three colors,(silver, brown, petrol), each offering a distinctive look while maintaining the same intricate design elements. The surface features a pattern inspired by the brand's cog logo, with concentric circles radiating out from the center to create a dynamic, wave-like effect. An angled flange with a minute/second track surrounds the edge, interrupted by cutouts for the faceted, applied indices, which enhance the dial's depth. The hour and minute hands are filled with Super-LumiNova for improved legibility. A beveled date window at 6 o’clock adds functionality without detracting from the overall elegance. The polished, palladium-coated indexes glow with a blue afterglow thanks to the lume material.

The watch is powered by the Swiss-made caliber G100 automatic movement from the La Joux-Perret manufacture. This calibre boasts a 68-hour power reserve with an accuracy of -5/+7 seconds per day. It operates at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4Hz), offering smooth and reliable performance. Its specially decorated palladium-coated tungsten rotor adds an extra touch of luxury, while the movement's plates are adorned with Côtes de Genève for an aesthetically pleasing finish. Equipped with advanced features like KIF Parechoc shock protection, manual winding, and hacking seconds.

It comes with a stainless steel bracelet with butterfly clasp, at price EUR 2,060 approximately equivalent to AED 8,240, or with leather strap at price EUR 1,690 approximately equivalent to AED 6,760.

For more information, you can visit Circula's official website.

Technical specifications: Circula Facet Watches
  1. Case: brushed and polished 316L stainless steel, polished bezel, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with a 3x anti-reflective coating, exhibition case back, knurled pattern crown
  2. Diameter: 38mm
  3. Thickness: 10mm
  4. Water resistance: 100 m
  5. Dial:silver or brown or petrol color, concentric circles, minute/second track, applied indices, hour and minute hands filled with Super-LumiNova, date window at 6 o’clock
  6. Movement: caliber G100 automatic movement from the La Joux-Perret, hacking seconds, tungsten rotor, Côtes de Genève lines
  7. Functions:  hours, minutes, seconds, date
  8. Power reserve: 68 hours 
  9. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz), accuracy of -5/+7 seconds per day
  10. Bracelet / Strap :stainless steel bracelet with butterfly clasp, or leather strap
  11. Availability: permanent line
  12. Price: (bracelet) EUR 2,060 / approximately AED 8,240, (leather strap) EUR 1,690 / approximately AED 6,760.

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