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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 Parmigiani Fleurier Unveils The Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Ultra-Cermet

A new addition to the The Tonda PF Sport collection, with the first use of Cermet

The debut of a completely new material watchmaking is a rare event. But that doesn’t mean brands aren’t constantly experimenting behind the scenes. Years of quiet research and development have paved the way for breakthroughs like ceramic, carbon, and countless other high-tech innovations. 

Just when it seemed like the material frontier had settled for now, Parmigiani Fleurier showed up at Watches and Wonders 2025 with a surprise reveal: the Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Ultra-Cermet. A fusion of ceramic and metal, Cer- for ceramic, Met- for metal, this unique composite blends the lightness of titanium with the hardness of ceramic. 

The watch’s case measures 42.5mm in diameter and 13.3mm in thickness, making it slightly larger than previous Tonda PF Sport models. Developed over three years, this proprietary material blends the hardness of ceramic with the ductility of metal, offering exceptional scratch resistance while remaining lightweight. The dark grey case comprises 72 components and features a mix of polished and brushed surfaces, a fluted bezel, and a screw-down crown that ensures 100 meters of water resistance. 

The dial is available in either London Grey or Milano Blue sub-dials, set against a brushed blackor coating (a 9-carat gold-nickel deposit). Prioritizing legibility, it features 18k gold indices and delta-shaped skeleton hands coated with Super-LumiNova. The chronograph counters at 3 and 9 o’clock track 30-minute and 12-hour intervals, while a small seconds sub-dial is positioned at 6 o’clock.

Powering the watch is the in-house PF070 automatic chronograph movement, developed in collaboration with Vaucher Manufacture. Operating at a high frequency of 36,000 vph (5Hz), it offers a 65-hour power reserve. The movement is COSC-certified and features a column wheel and vertical clutch mechanism, ensuring smooth chronograph operation. A skeletonized 22k rose gold rotor adds a luxurious finishing touch.

The watch is paired with a textured rubber strap in either London Grey or Milano Blue, secured with an Ultra-Cermet pin buckle. It is priced at CHF 39,900, approximately AED 180,000.

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

Technical Specifications: Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Ultra-Cermet
  1. Reference: PFC931-1020021-400182 (London Grey), PFC931-1020022-400182 (Milano Blue)
  2. Case: Ultra-Cermet, fluted bezel, screw-down crown, brushed and polished, sapphire crystal
  3. Diameter: 42.5mm
  4. Thickness: 13.3mm
  5. Water Resistance: 100 meters
  6. Dial: Brushed blackor, London Grey or Milano Blue sub-dials, 18k gold indices, delta-shaped skeleton hands with Super-LumiNova, chronograph counters at 3 and 9 o’clock, small seconds at 6 o’clock
  7. Movement: PF070, automatic, developed with Vaucher Manufacture, COSC-certified, column wheel and vertical clutch, Skeletonized 22k rose gold rotor
  8. Frequency: 36,000 vph (5Hz)
  9. Power Reserve: 65 hours
  10. Bracelet/Strap: Textured rubber strap in London Grey or Milano Blue, Ultra-Cermet pin buckle
  11. Price: CHF 39,900, approximately AED 180,000

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