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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 Unveils the Wild ONE BMW Berlin-Marathon Limited Edition

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the BMW Berlin-Marathon

Since 2023, NORQAIN has been the Official Timekeeper of the BMW Berlin-Marathon, an event renowned for being one of the most prestigious marathons. Held annually since 1974, the marathon covers the standard distance of 42.195 kilometers. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the BMW Berlin-Marathon, NORQAIN is delighted to introduce the Wild ONE BMW Berlin-Marathon Limited Edition, a special run of just 50 pieces.

The limited edition watch features a black NORTEQ cage, a high-performance composite developed by the company that encompasses both the top and bottom parts, and an anthracite rubber shock absorber for enhanced durability. A sandblasted titanium container and case-back provide a robust and stylish foundation, measuring 42.00mm in diameter and 12.30mm in thickness, and offering 200m of water resistance. 

The double anti-reflective, scratch-proof sapphire glass protects the dial, while an open case back featuring the “BMW Berlin-Marathon 50th anniversary” logo and “LIMITED EDITION ONE of 50” printing adds a touch of exclusivity. The watch is equipped with a screw-down crown overmolded with black rubber and the NORQAIN logo, as well as an engraved black NORTEQ NORQAIN plate on the left side of the case.

The watch features a striking black dial adorned with a gold-colored outline of the racecourse over a detailed map of Berlin. The skeleton indexes and hands are red gold plated, with the indexes enhanced with white Super-LumiNova® spots for excellent readability. The minute hands are diamond-cut and faceted, filled with white X1 Super-LumiNova® at the tips to ensure visibility in low light. Completing the design, the arrow second hand, also red gold plated, is accented with a white X1 Super-LumiNova®-filled tip.

It’s powered by the chronometer-certified NORQAIN Manufacture Calibre NN20/1 made by the Swiss company Kenissi, an automatic movement with a 70-hour power reserve that beats at 28,800 vph. The watch features an integrated anthracite rubber strap with a Milanese pattern and black edges, along with a black NORTEQ pin buckle. This limited edition of only 50 pieces is priced at 21,700 AED.

 

For more informations, please visit Norqain official website.

Technical specifications: Norqain Wild One BMW Berlin-Marathon
  1. Reference: NNQ3000QBB4LA/B017
  2. Case: Sandblasted titanium container and case-back, Black NORTEQ cage, Anthracite rubber shock absorber, Double anti-reflective and scratch proof crystal sapphire, Screw-down crown
  3. Diameter: 42 mm  
  4. Height: 12.30 mm  
  5. Water resistance: 200 m
  6. Dial: Black dial with a gold-coloured outline of the racecourse over a map of the city of Berlin, Diamond-cut flat skeleton indices, red gold plated, white Super-LumiNova spots, red gold plated hour and minute hands, 
  7. Movement: automatic, Manufacture Calibre NN20/1, by Kenissi, Chronometer certified COSC, 27 jewels, 
  8. Power reserve: 70 hours
  9. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz) 
  10. Functions:  hours,minutes, seconds
  11. Bracelet / Strap: Integrated anthracite rubber strap with milanese pattern and black edges – black NORTEQ pin buckle
  12. Availability: Limited edition to 50 pieces 
  13. Price: 21,700 AED

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