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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 The New Atelier FVF Genève FVF2 Time & Day Intrepido

The brand’s second release and the beginning of its new Intrepido collection

Franc Vila is an independent Spanish watchmaker and a well-known figure in haute horology. He established his namesake brand in 2005 but later sold it after the business underperformed. In 2018, he returned with a new brand, Atelier FVF Genève, blending his signature design philosophy with modern craftsmanship.

The FVF2 Time & Day marks the latest release, and The FVF2 marks the start of the brand’s new Collection Intrepido, a line dedicated to traditional and sporty timepieces. The watch features a Grade 5 titanium unibody case, measuring 39.5mm in diameter and 9.75mm in thickness. The case construction integrates the movement’s base plate as part of the structure, complemented by screwed-in, subtly asymmetrical lugs. Additionally, the light blue variant comes with a platinum bezel.

The dual-layer dial consists of a Grade 5 titanium base with an 18K gold top layer, finished in black or light blue. The layout includes central hours & minutes hands, and small seconds between 4 and 5 o’clock, along with a retrograde day-of-the-week display in Spanish.

Powering the watch is the in-house, hand-wound FVF2 calibre, composed of 247 parts and running at 21,600 vph (3Hz). The movement offers an 80-hour power reserve and showcases exceptional finishing, including hand-polished inward angles, black polishing, circular graining, micro-sandblasting, and hand-engraved inscriptions.

The watch is paired with a hand-sewn leather strap in black or blue, secured by a Grade 5 titanium pin buckle. The black dial version is part of the permanent collection, while the light blue variant is limited to just 8 pieces. Prices are set at CHF 85,000 / AED 343,000 for the standard model and CHF 90,000 / AED 363,300 for the limited edition.

For more details, visit Atelier FVF Genève’s official website.

Technical specifications: Atelier FVF Genève FVF2 Time & Day Intrepido
  1. Case: Grade 5 titanium, asymmetrical lugs, platinum bezel (light blue variant)
  2. Diameter: 39.5mm
  3. Thickness: 9.75mm
  4. Water resistance: 30 m
  5. Dial: black or light blue, Grade 5 titanium and 18K gold, central hours & minutes, small seconds between 4 and 5 o’clock, retrograde day-of-the-week 
  6. Movement: FVF2 calibre, hand-wound, in-house, hand-polished inward angles, black polishing, circular graining, micro-sandblasting, hand-engraved inscriptions, 247 parts
  7. Frequency: 21,600 vph (3Hz)
  8. Power reserve: 80 hours 
  9. Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds, retrograde day
  10. Bracelet / Strap: hand-sewn leather strap in black or blue, Grade 5 titanium pin buckle
  11. Availability: (black variaint) permanent collection, (light blue variant) limited to 8 pieces
  12. Price: (black variaint) CHF 85,000 / AED 343,000, (light blue variant) CHF 90,000 / AED 363,300 

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