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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 Frédérique Constant Unveils the Latest Addition to Its Classic Tourbillon Collection

A Limited Edition with a Stainless Steel Case Featuring a New Green Dial

Frédérique Constant unveils its latest addition to the Classic Tourbillon collection, a direct continuation of its previous 2023 releases. The brand kicked off 2025 with a special edition of the Classic Worldtimer Manufacture in collaboration with its Singapore distributor, and now returns with the new Classic Tourbillon Manufacture Green.

The Classic Tourbillon collection, in its refreshed version revealed in 2023, is distinguished by an innovative case design. It was introduced in several luxurious materials, including a rose gold version, a platinum edition with a meteorite dial, and a white gold model featuring an aventurine glass dial. Today, this timepiece comes in a stainless steel case with a deep green dial, a design previously seen in the Classic Moonphase collection, now adorning the latest Classic Tourbillon release.

The new Classic Tourbillon is encased in a three-part polished stainless steel case, following the same design language seen in earlier Classic Tourbillon models crafted from different materials. It features a slim bezel, straight lugs, and an onion-shaped crown. The case measures 39 mm in diameter and stands 10.99 mm tall. Its convex sapphire crystal, treated with an anti-reflective coating, ensures the intricate dial details remain clearly visible, while the see-through case back, engraved with the individual limited-edition number, offers a clear view of the watch’s movement. The case is water-resistant up to 50 meters.

The dial of the new Classic Tourbillon Manufacture is the centerpiece of the watch, presented in a deep palm green hue with a radiant sunray finish. At the 6 o’clock position, the tourbillon is proudly displayed, with its bridge engraved in gold with the model’s limited-edition number, underscoring the exclusivity of this timepiece. The hand-polished silver hour and minute hands sweep elegantly over applied silver diamond-cut indices, completing the refined design.

Beneath the transparent sapphire case back lies the in-house automatic FC-980 caliber. Operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour (VPH) and offering a power reserve of 38 hours, the movement includes a silicon escapement wheel, 33 jewels, and a brass oscillating weight with a tungsten outer rim.

The watch is paired with a green alligator leather strap, fastened by a folding buckle. Limited to 150 pieces, the Classic Tourbillon Manufacture Green is priced at EUR 14,995, equivalent to AED 57,200.

 

 

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Technical specifications: Frederique Constant Classic Tourbillon Manufacture Green
  1. Reference: FC-980GR3H6
  2. Case: Polished stainless steel case, sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating, straight lugs, sapphire crystal case back, onion crown
  3. Diameter: 39 mm 
  4. Height:  10.99 mm 
  5. Lug width: 20 mm
  6. Water resistance: 50 m
  7. Dial: green dial, Sunray brushed, diamond-cut applied indices, hand-polished golden hands, Tourbillon at 6 o'clock with small seconds 
  8. Movement:  automatic FC-980 caliber made in-house, a silicon escapement wheel, oscillating weight made of brass, 33 jewels. 
  9. Power reserve: 38 hours
  10. Frequency:    28,800 VPH 
  11. Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds
  12. Bracelet / Strap: a green alligator strap with a Folding buckle
  13. Availability: Limited edition of 150 piece
  14. Price: EUR  14,995 / AED 57,200

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