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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 Orient Celebrates 75 Years of Excellence

Limited Editions, New Colors, and Designs Enhance the Iconic Bambino Collection

Orient Watches company celebrates its 75th anniversary with the release of two stunning limited editions of the iconic Bambino timepiece. These exclusive models embody the craftsmanship of the Japanese brand, which was founded in 1950 by watchmaker Shogoro Yoshida and acquired by the Seiko Group in 2001.

In addition to the two limited edition models with white dials, Orient has expanded its best-selling Bambino range. The collection now includes four new Bambino Classic models in different colors, three Bambino Day/Night models in three of those colors, and a 75th Anniversary Limited Edition of each.

Bambino Day-of-Week and Sun-Moon Display

The Bambino Day-of-Week and Sun-Moon Display model features a stainless steel case measuring 41.5 mm in diameter with a thickness of 14.2 mm. Its transparent caseback reveals the mechanical movement and is marked "Orient Since 1950 – 75th Anniversary," along with an engraved limited edition serial number.

The design includes a white dial adorned with rose gold-tone Roman numerals exclusive to the limited edition, complemented by three new sunburst dial colors: green, navy blue, and burgundy. A sun-moon display is positioned at 5 o’clock, while the day-of-the-week indicator sits at 10 o’clock, adding both functionality and visual balance.

Powered by Orient’s in-house, calibre F6B24 automatic movement. It offers a power reserve of approximately 40 hours and operates at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz).

Completing the timepiece is a genuine leather strap that enhances its classic appeal. With a water resistance of up to 100 meters (10 bar), the Bambino seamlessly blends elegance with everyday practicality.

Technical specifications: Orient Bambino Day/Night

 

  • Reference:  RA-AK0805E (green), RA-AK0806L (navy blue), RA-AK0807R (bordeaux), RA-AK0808S (white)
  • Case: Stainless Steel, Sapphire crystal double anti-reflective, sapphire crystal caseback
  • Diameter: 41.50 mm
  • Height: 14.2 mm
  • Water resistance: 30 m
  • Dial:  Green, navy blue, bordeaux and white
  • Movement: Automatic, Orient calibre F6B24, 22 jewels
  • Power reserve: 40 hours 
  • Frequency:    21,600 vph (3 Hz)
  • Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, day, date, day/night display
  • Bracelet / Strap:  leather strap, 
  • Availability: white edition limited to 5,500 pieces
  • Price: EUR 449 / 1,700 AED

 

Orient Bambino Classic

It maintains the same rounded case but is slightly thinner than the Night and Day editions. The steel case has a diameter of 40.5 mm and a thickness of 12.3 mm. The watch is water-resistant to 30 meters.

The four new dial colors are green, navy blue, and burgundy, all with a sunburst finish, along with beige, which is featured for the first time on the Orient Bambino. The fifth model is the Orient Bambino 75th Anniversary limited edition.

This model has a white dial with rose gold-colored numerals and scales, complemented by contrasting blue hands. It draws inspiration from vintage dress watches, which often feature precious metals and high-end production techniques such as thermally blued hands.

Powered by the Caliber F6724, an automatic movement that operates at 21,600 vibrations per hour, it provides a 40-hour power reserve.

The white edition is limited to 9,500 pieces.Priced at EUR 229 which is equivalent to AED 950.

 

Technical specifications: Orient Bambino Classic
  • Reference:  RA-AC0023E (green), RA-AC0024L (navy blue), RA-AC0025N (beige), RA-AC0026R (bordeaux), RA-AC0027S (white, limited edition)
  • Case: Stainless Steel, Sapphire crystal double anti-reflective, sapphire crystal caseback
  • Diameter: 40.50 mm
  • Height: 12.3 mm
  • Water resistance: 30 m
  • Dial:  green, navy blue and burgundy and white, sunburst finish
  • Movement: Automatic, Orient calibre F6724, 22 jewels
  • Power reserve: 40 hours 
  • Frequency:    21,600 vph (3 Hz)
  • Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date
  • Bracelet / Strap:  leather strap,
  • Availability: white edition limited to 9,500 pieces
  • Price: EUR 229 / 950 AED

 

For more information, visit Orient official website. 


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