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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 Ferdinand Berthoud Five Piece limited Edition Chronomètre FB 3SPC.4

Celebrating ART IN TIME's fifth anniversary with a titanium case for the first time

In 2015, the Chopard Group revived the Ferdinand Berthoud brand, and since then it has garnered increasing attention for its unique blend of technical mastery and creative aesthetic. Among its most iconic creations is the GPHG-winning Chronomètre FB 3SPC, a timepiece inspired by the rare No. 26 decimal watch, crafted by Louis Berthoud in 1793. Powered by the Calibre FB-SPC, this model features a cylindrical balance-springa rare watchmaking speciality. Now, in celebration of ART IN TIME's fifth anniversary, Ferdinand Berthoud is unveiling the limited Edition Chronomètre FB 3SPC.4, featuring a sandblasted titanium case for the first time. 

ART IN TIME is built on a distinctive concept, uniting niche brands based on shared values rather than similar types, ranges, or styles. What binds these brands together is their mutual commitment to independence, creativity, and exclusivity. Founded in Monaco in 2019 by Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, Co-President of Chopard and President of Chronométrie Ferdinand Berthoud, ART IN TIME highlights these principles, bringing together exceptional houses under one vision.

As for the timepiece, it measures 42.30mm in diameter and 9.43mm in thickness, featuring a glareproofed sapphire crystal on both the front and caseback. A sapphire crystal porthole at 9 o’clock offers a view of the three main escapement components: the balance wheelpallet lever, and escape wheel

The semi-openworked dial showcases sandblasted nickel silver plate with a white rhodium treatment, complemented by a semi-matte white varnished peripheral inner bezel ring for the hours and minutes, crafted from sandblasted brass with blue varnished numerals and a minute track. The hands are made of 18-carat gold and coated with a blue CVD treatment. You can spot an arrow-shaped power reserve hand at 2 o'clock, and a small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock. 

The watch is powered by the in-house Calibre FB-SPC, a hand-wound mechanical movement featuring a cylindrical balance-spring. It operates at a frequency of 21,600 vph (3Hz) and offers a power reserve of 72 hours. The movement is chronometer-certified by the COSC, and comprises 230 components. The watch comes with three interchangeable straps, a blue alligator leather strap, a gray alligator leather strap, and a blue rubber strap. It is secured with a sandblasted titanium pin buckle featuring a blue varnished logo. The watch is limited to 5 pieces and is priced at CHF 135,000, which is equivalent to AED 585,850.

For more information you can visit Ferdinand Berthoud’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 3SPC.4
  1. Case: sandblasted titanium, glare proof sapphire crystal on both the front and caseback, sapphire crystal porthole at 9 o’clock 
  2. Diameter: 42.30mm
  3. Thickness: 9.43mm
  4. Water resistance: 30 m
  5. Dial: semi-openworked, sandblasted nickel silver plate with a white rhodium treatment, semi-matte white varnished peripheral inner bezel ring, 18-carat gold hands coated with a blue CVD treatment, arrow-shaped power reserve hand at 2 o'clock, small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock
  6. Movement: Calibre FB-SPC, hand-wound, in-house, cylindrical balance-springCOSC certified, 230 components, 47 jewels
  7. Power reserve: 72 hours 
  8. Frequency: 21,600 vph (3Hz)
  9. Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds, power reserve indicator
  10. Bracelet / Strap: blue or gray alligator leather strap, blue rubber strap, sandblasted titanium pin buckle with blue varnished logo
  11. Availability: limited to 5 pieces
  12. Price: CHF 135,000 / AED 585,850

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