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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 Christopher Ward C60 Pro 300 Bronze Blue Ombré

The Diver Collection Gets a New Blue Dial with a Bronze Case

The C60 Pro 300 Bronze Blue Ombré is the latest addition to Christopher Ward’s increasingly popular Trident Bronze collection. The Trident Collection is the brand's line of diving watches. The Christopher Ward Trident Collection was first launched in 2009. It quickly gained recognition for its blend of high-quality craftsmanship, robust design, and affordability. The initial launch included the C60 Trident Pro, which set the standard for the models that followed, combining classic dive watch aesthetics with modern technical features.

Crafted from a robust CuSn6 bronze alloy, the 42mm case is pressure tested to 300 meters. made of an alloy of tin and copper. It features a responsive 120-click unidirectional rotating bezel with a ceramic insert and satin-brushed finish. With a case height of just 11.5mm and a weight of only 78g (excluding the strap).

In keeping with Christopher Ward's tradition for bronze divers, the C60 Pro 300 Bronze features an ombré dial in deep blue, transitioning from dark at the bezel to light at the center. It is finished with a clear lacquer, an applied twin-flag logo at 12 o’clock, and a color-matched date wheel at 6 o’clock.

The blue ombré color of the C60 Pro 300 is a work of art. Christopher Ward uses a centrifuge technique to create this gradual, hypnotic effect. As the dials spin at high speed, the paint forms a perfect gradient. Once the desired color is achieved, the dial is covered with a transparent layer, ensuring a durable and resistant finish.

Powered by the automatic Sellita SW200-1, a COSC-certified movement, the Pro 300 Bronze Blue Ombré offers exceptional accuracy with a tolerance of just -4/+6 seconds per day. The movement operates at 28,800 beats per hour (4Hz) and provides a 38-hour power reserve.

The watch comes with two strap options: an Oak Leather strap or a Blue Hybrid Rubber strap. The prices are GBP 1,070 (equivalent to 4,990 AED) for the leather strap and GBP 1,060 (equivalent to 4,930 AED) for the rubber strap.

 

For more information please visit Christopher Ward official website. 

Technical specifications: Christopher Ward C60 Pro 300 Bronze Blue Ombré
  1. Reference: C60-42ADC31B0BB0-VT
  2. Case: Bronze case, Brushed and polished, Unidirectional matt zirconia ceramic bezel, crystal sapphire with Anti-reflective treatment
  3. Diameter: 42 mm 
  4. Height: 11.5 mm
  5. Weight: 78g
  6. Water resistance: 300 m
  7. Dial: blue Ombré dial, applied twin-flags logo, trident counter-balance on second hand, Super-LumiNova filled hands and indices, date window at 6 o'clock
  8. Movement: automatic movement, Sellita SW200-1, COSC certified, Timing Tolerance: -4/+6 Seconds per day, ‘Colimaçoné’ finish on the movement, Twin-flag engraving on the rotor. 26 jewels
  9. Power reserve: 38 hours
  10. Frequency:   28,800 p/hr (4Hz)
  11. Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date
  12. Bracelet / Strap: Oak Leather strap or a Blue Rubber strap 
  13. Availability: Permanent line
  14. Price: GBP 1,070 which is equivalent to 4,990 AED for leather strap
    GBP 1,060 which is equivalent to 4,930 AED for rubber strap

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