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.

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Introducing Credor Reintroduces The Gerald Genta-Designed Credor Locomotive

Celebrating Credor’s 50th anniversary and bringing back an icon

ByWaqt

30.05.2024

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Credor, a high-end watchmaker owned by Seiko, was established in 1974. Seiko has maintained a good relationship with the legendary watch designer Gerald Genta, renowned for his iconic designs such as the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and the Patek Philippe Nautilus. In 1979, Genta designed a watch for Credor that encapsulated the essence of a luxury sporty watch with a bracelet: the Credor Locomotive.

The name "Locomotive" symbolized the power of an advancing train and is a French term meaning “driving force.” Genta envisioned this name to propel Credor forward and lead Seiko into a prosperous future. True to his vision, the Locomotive became one of Credor's most famous timepieces. Today, to celebrate its 50th anniversary, Credor has reintroduced the iconic Credor Locomotive as a limited edition in titanium.

When the watch was released back then, it was powered by a quartz movement, made of steel, and measured approximately 35mm in diameter. The new watch comes with an automatic movement and measures 38.8mm in diameter and 8.9mm in thickness, showcasing a stunning hexagonal case and bezel with six functional screws. The case has a brushed finish with polished accents, a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, a screw-down crown placed at 4 o’clock, and a solid titanium caseback secured by six screws, ensuring 100m of water resistance.

The black dial draws inspiration from a steam locomotive, with its pattern meticulously crafted using advanced technology. Based on Genta’s original sketch, a digital rendering of the dial with approximately 1,600 radial lines was created to reinterpret the original design. The dial also features applied markers and hands filled with luminous material, along with a date window at the 3 o'clock position.

The watch is powered by the Calibre CR01, an in-house thin automatic movement that operates at 28,800 vph (4Hz) and offers a 45-hour power reserve. The new bracelet features the same taper and hexagonal intermediary links that gave the original its distinctive character. Now made from titanium, the integrated bracelet is secured with a modern three-fold clasp with a push-button release.

The watch is limited to 300 pieces and is set to be released in August 2024, with a price of USD 12,000, equivalent to AED 44,000.

For more information please visit Credor’s official website.

Technical specifications: Credor Locomotive

Reference: GCCR999
Case: titanium case, hexagonal case and bezel with six functional screws, brushed and polished, sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, screw-down crown at 4 o’clock, titanium caseback secured by six screws
Diameter: 38.8mm
Thickness: 8.9mm
Water resistance: 100 m
Dial: black dial, 1,600 radial lines, applied markers and hands filled with luminous material, date window at the 3 o'clock position
Movement: Calibre CR01, automatic, in-house, 26 jewels
Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Bracelet / Strap: titanium integrated bracelet, three-fold clasp with a push-button release
Availability: limited to 300 pieces and is set to be released in August 2024
Price: USD 12,000, equivalent to AED 44,000