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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 Seiko 5 Sports Denham Limited Edition SRPL35

A classic timepiece in collaboration with the Dutch denim brand Denham

Among Seiko's most iconic releases is the SKX series, introduced in 1996 as a reliable dive watch. This collection gained widespread popularity and was beloved for its robust construction and accessible pricing. Though discontinued in 2019, the SKX left a lasting impression, with its spirit carried forward in the Seiko 5 Sports series. This year, Seiko is honoring the legacy of the SKX through a unique collaboration with the Dutch denim brand DENHAM, introducing the Seiko 5 Sports DENHAM Limited Edition, inspired by the SKX’s classic design.

The watch features a stainless steel case measuring 42.5mm in diameter and 13.4mm in thickness, with a unidirectional rotating bezel that includes an indigo insert. The watch has a crown at 4 o'clock and is equipped with a curved Hardlex crystal on the dial side. Its exhibition caseback showcases DENHAM's iconic scissors logo along with the phrase "THE TRUTH IS IN THE DETAILS”, along with "LIMITED EDITION" and the unique serial number of each watch.

The dial comes in an indigo hue, a greenish dark blue color that gives a nice style to the watch. It features black indices, and the DENHAM logo is printed on the 12 o’clock index, which is represented as an equilateral triangle that has been inverted from the traditional orientation seen on the standard SKX model. 

The hour and minute hands are coated with Seiko's LumiBrite luminous coating, which is also applied to the bezel, ensuring visibility in low light. A day/date indicator is positioned at 3 o'clock. The red seconds hand is a nod to DENHAM’s signature red rivets found on their denim products, and the dial ring is adorned with a stitch design reminiscent of denim stitching.

The watch is powered by the Caliber 4R36, an in-house automatic movement operating at 21,600vph (3Hz) and offering a 41-hour power reserve. It comes with an indigo nylon strap featuring yellow stitching, similar to the detailing on the dial ring. Limited to 2,000 pieces, it is priced at USD 430, equivalent to AED 1,600.

For more information you can visit Seiko's official website. 

Technical specifications: Seiko 5 Sports Denham Limited Edition SRPL35
  1. Reference: SRPL35
  2. Case: stainless steel, unidirectional rotating bezel with indigo insert, crown at 4 o'clock, curved Hardlex crystal, exhibition caseback 
  3. Diameter: 42.5mm
  4. Thickness: 13.4mm
  5. Water resistance: 100 m 
  6. Dial: indigo hue, black indices, DENHAM logo printed at 12 o’clock index, hour and minute hands coated with LumiBrite, day/date indicator at 3 o'clock, red seconds hand, stitch design on the dial ring
  7. Movement: Caliber 4R36, automatic, in-house, 24 jewels
  8. Power reserve: 41 hours 
  9. Frequency: 21,600vph (3Hz)
  10. Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, day/date
  11. Bracelet / Strap: indigo nylon strap, yellow stitching
  12. Availability: Limited to 2,000 pieces 
  13. Price: USD 430 / AED 1,600

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