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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 MING Introduces The 37.07 Monolith

A New Matte black case, with a gray mosaic pattern on the dial

MING is a Malaysian watch brand that was founded by Ming Thein, a photographer, designer, and business strategist. It was established by six watch enthusiasts from around the world under Ming Thein's leadership. Despite being a relatively new brand, MING has garnered recognition and awards. It was a finalist in the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève in 2018 and has gained a reputation for creating value-driven timepieces.

17.06 Copper

MING offers a diverse range of watch collections designed to cater to various styles and preferences. For instance, the MING 17 Series features watches like the 17.06 Copper, which notably won the 2019 Horological Revelation prize. Additionally, collections like the MING 22 Series offer timepieces such as the 22.01 GMT, equipped with extra features like GMT complications, making them ideal for travelers. As well as the MING 37 Series that  includes a variety of timepieces, with different models like the 37.01, 37.03, and 37.05.

This year, the brand has introduced another addition to the MING 37 series, a limited edition of 250 pieces, the "MING 37.07 MONOLITH." This latest addition to the line combines functionality and style. While it shares design elements and dimensions with its predecessor, the 37.07 Mosaic, which was presented during MING's 5th-anniversary celebrations.

Unlike the Mosaic's bright and reflective appearance, the 37.07 Monolith features a stainless steel case treated with a matte black DLC coating, concave and polished case. The lug tops, bezel, and crown have been finely bead blasted and given a matte finish, while the case sides and back remain brushed. This design alteration results in a thinner-looking case, even though the dimensions remain identical at 38 mm in diameter and 10.9 mm in thickness . 

The dial of the watch maintains the central gradient mosaic pattern but adds new elements. It features a dark gray Super-LumiNova base layer at the center of a black brass dial. Above this, a printed and partially transparent mosaic sits on a sapphire dial. Legibility is ensured with hands pad-printed with Super-LumiNova X1 and luminous indices on the sapphire dial.

Seen through the sapphire caseback, the manual-winding Sellita for MING SW210.M1, featuring anthracite skeletonized bridges with contrasting rhodium circular brushing, offers a 40-hour power reserve at full wind. The watch comes with a black leather strap by Jean Rousseau Paris, equipped with a 3rd-generation tuck buckle with micro-adjustment and a quick-release system. The price of the watch is CHF 3,500, which is equivalent to AED 14,500.

  

For more information please visit MING’s official website.

Technical specifications: MING 37.07 Monolith
  1. Case: brushed and bead-blasted stainless steel with black DLC coating,case, sapphire crystal with AR coating on the front and case-back
  2. Diameter:  38 mm
  3. Height: 10.9 mm
  4. Water resistance:  100 m
 
  1. Dial: black brass disk with gray Super-LumiNova, gray mosaic pattern on the sapphire crystal dial, hand and hour indices with luminous material 
 
  1. Movement: Sellita for MING SW210.M1, manual-winding, anthracite skeletonized bridges with contrast rhodium circular brushing 
  2. Power reserve: 40 hours
  3. Functions:  Hours, minutes
 
  1. Bracelet / Strap:  black Leather strap by Jean Rousseau Paris, fitted with a 3rd generation tuck buckle with micro adjustment, and quick release system
 
  1. Availability: limited Edition of 250 pieces
  2. Price: CHF 3,500 which is equivalent to AED 14,500

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