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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 Seiko Unveils The Europe Exclusive Prospex 1965 Divers SPB473

A limited edition with a dial inspired by the waters of the Greek island Zakynthos

In 1965, Seiko introduced its first diver’s watch, the 65MAS, marking the beginning of a journey where the brand has consistently pioneered new technologies and designs that have earned the admiration of divers. This innovation has shaped the Prospex diver's watch collection that we witness today. This year, we saw the new generation of the iconic Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Divers with a new case size and enhanced movements. Now, the Japanese watchmaker releases the SPB473, a new addition to this collection based on the original Prospex 1965 Divers but not part of its newest generation, with a dial inspired by the waters of the Greek island Zakynthos, specifically for the European market.

The watch features a stainless steel case with a diameter of 40.5mm and a thickness of 13.2mm, distinguished by its straight lugs. A domed sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating on the inside protects the dial. The 120-click unidirectional bezel boasts a dark blue steel insert, complete with a lumed pip at the 60-minute marker. Since the crown is screw-down, and the steel screw-in case back ensures water resistance up to 200 meters.

As previously mentioned, the dial displays a stunning gradient inspired by the waters surrounding the island of Zakynthos in Greece, transitioning from light to dark blue. It also features a date window at the 3 o'clock position and LumiBrite on the markers and hands, a new luminous material that is brighter and longer-lasting than conventional luminous paints.

The watch is powered by the Calibre 6R35, an in-house automatic movement with a frequency of 21,600 vph (3Hz) and a power reserve of 70 hours. It comes with a 3-link stainless steel bracelet with a fold-over safety clasp and diver's extension, as well as an additional white silicone strap with a steel pin buckle. The watch is limited to 1,000 pieces and available exclusively at European boutiques and retailers, priced at EUR 1,500, approximately AED 6,000.

For more information please visit Seiko’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Seiko Prospex 1965 Divers SPB473
  1. Reference: SPB473
  2. Case: stainless steel case, straight lugs, domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inside, 120-click unidirectional bezel with dark blue steel insert, screw-down crown, steel screw-in case back 
  3. Diameter: 40.5mm
  4. Thickness: 13.2mm
  5. Water resistance: 200m 
  6. Dial: blue gradient, date window at the 3 o'clock, LumiBrite on the markers and hands
  7. Movement: Calibre 6R35, automatic, in-house, 24 jewels
  8. Power reserve: 70 hours
  9. Frequency: 21,600 vph (3Hz)
  10. Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date 
  11. Bracelet / Strap: 3-link stainless steel bracelet with a fold-over safety clasp and diver's extension, additional white silicone strap with a steel pin buckle
  12. Availability: limited to 1,000 pieces and available exclusively for the Europe market
  13. Price: EUR 1,500/AED 6,000

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