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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 Norqain Launches the Wild ONE Skeleton 39mm

A more compact version of the brand’s sports watch

Norqain is an independent Swiss brand that has made a name for itself in the market, especially in the category of high-performance sports watches. With industry legend Jean-Claude Biver advising the young brand, Norqain continues to push boundaries with its innovative designs and materials. The Wild ONE collection, first launched in 2022, marked a significant milestone by introducing NORTEQ, a lightweight, ultra-resistant carbon fiber composite material that we saw featured in an array of releases. Now, Norqain expands the collection with the new Wild ONE Skeleton 39mm, offering a more compact version of its rugged sports watch.

The new models feature a multi-component construction that includes a titanium movement container and a rubber shock-absorbing structure, all encased within a protective NORTEQ case. The case measures 39mm in diameter and 11.75mm in thickness. Thanks to the lightweight materials, the watch weighs just 64 grams while maintaining exceptional durability, capable of withstanding shocks up to 5,000g. It is fitted with flat sapphire crystals on both sides and equipped with a screw-down crown, ensuring robust performance with a water-resistance rating of 200 meters.

The dial, as the name suggests, is skeletonized, showcasing the movement beneath. Each model displays vibrant color accents, Hyper Pink, Sky Blue, Mint, and Purple Ice Blue, that match the overall aesthetic of the case. The dial also features indices and hands coated with Super-LumiNova, ensuring legibility in low-light conditions. 

The watch is powered by the calibre NN08S, an automatic movement operating at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4 Hz) with a power reserve of 41 hours. Each model is fitted with an integrated rubber strap that matches the corresponding color accents of the watch.

While Hyper Pink, Sky Blue, and Purple Ice Blue join Norqain’s permanent collection, the Mint version is limited to 400 pieces. The watches are priced at EUR 5,390, equivalent to AED 21,800, while the limited-edition Mint version is available for EUR 5,490, equivalent to AED 22,200.

For more information,you can visit Norqain’s official website.

Technical Specifications: Norqain Wild ONE Skeleton 39mm
  1. Case: NORTEQ outer case, titanium container, rubber shock absorber, (Pink, Blue, Mint, Purple), Sapphire crystal on both sides
  2. Diameter: 39mm
  3. Thickness: 11.75mm
  4. Weight: 64 grams
  5. Water Resistance: 200 meters
  6. Dial: SkeletonizedSuper-LumiNova-coated indices and hands
  7. Movement: Calibre NN08S, automatic
  8. Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds
  9. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
  10. Power Reserve: 41 hours
  11. Bracelet/Strap: Integrated rubber strap 
  12. Availability: (Hyper Pink, Sky Blue, Purple Ice Blue) Permanent collection, (Mint) Limited edition of 400 pieces
  13. Price: EUR 5,390/AED 21,800, (Mint version) EUR 5,490/AED 22,200

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