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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 Longines Expands the Legend Diver Collection with Three New Colors

An iconic vintage style diving watch with beautiful modern colors

In 1959, Longines introduced the Super Compressor Diver ref. 7042, an iconic timepiece featuring a bezel housed within the case to protect it from accidental adjustments and impacts, ensuring the diver’s settings remained secure. The term "super compressor" originates from the case’s innovative ability to become increasingly watertight as water pressure rises. This engineering marvel allowed the watch’s seals to tighten as the pressure intensified, enhancing its underwater reliability. In 2007, the brand launched the Legend Diver collection, modeled after the ref. 7042, and in the years since, Longines has introduced both 42mm and 36mm date variants.

Fast forward to last year, Longines expanded the no-date collection with two new releases featuring 39mm cases and black or blue dials. Building on this momentum, this year sees the collection grow further with the introduction of three striking new dial colors: terracotta, green, and anthracite gray. 

The stainless steel case has a thickness of 12.7mm and features a mix of brushed and polished finishes, giving it a refined yet robust appearance. With a 47mm lug-to-lug distance, it sits comfortably on the wrist. Both the screw-down crown and the secondary bezel crown are positioned on the right side of the case for easy access. Topping the dial is a domed box-shaped sapphire crystal, while the closed caseback showcases Longines diver symbol, ensuring the watch remains water-resistant to 300 meters.

The new trio features stunning lacquered dials in terracotta, green, and anthracite gray. Encircling the dial is a 60-minute scale on the inner bezel, while the rhodium-plated hands and indexes are coated with Super-LumiNova, ensuring enhanced visibility even in low-light conditions encountered underwater.

The watch is powered by the Caliber L888.6, an automatic movement based on the ETA A31.L11. It operates at 25,200 vph (3.5 Hz), offers a 72-hour power reserve, and features a silicon balance spring. Unlike the calibers in other Legend Diver models, this movement is COSC-certified, ensuring accuracy within -4/+6 seconds per day and meeting the ISO 764 standard for magnetic resistance. The watch is fitted with a stainless steel bracelet featuring beads-of-rice center links and a folding clasp with micro-adjustment. Each variant is priced at USD 3,400, equivalent to AED 12,500.

For more information you can visit Longines official website. 

Technical specifications: Longines Legend Diver
  1. Reference:  L3.764.4.96.6 ( Terracotta), L3.764.4.06.6 (Green), L3.764.4.99.6 (Anthracite gray)
  2. Case: stainless steel, brushed and polished, screw-down crown, inner bezel crown, domed box-shaped sapphire crystal, closed caseback with Longines diver symbol
  3. Diameter: 39mm
  4. Height:12.7mm
  5. Lug to lug: 47mm
  6. Water Resistance: 300 m
  7. Dial: terracotta, green, anthracite gray, lacquered, 60-minute scale on the inner bezel, rhodium-plated hands and indexes coated with Super-LumiNova
  8. Movement: Caliber L888.6, automatic, based on the ETA A31.L11, silicon balance springCOSC-certified, ISO 764 standard 
  9. Power reserve: 72 hours
  10. Frequency: 25,200 vph (3.5 Hz), -4/+6 seconds per day
  11. Functions: hours, minutes, seconds
  12. Bracelet / Strap: stainless steel bracelet, beads-of-rice center links, folding clasp with micro-adjustment 
  13. Availability: Permanent line  
  14. Price: USD 3,400/AED 12,500

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