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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 Mühle Glashütte Unveils The Sportivo Power Chronograph First Edition

A limited edition with a black case & sporty red accents

Mühle Glashütte, an independent family-owned brand from the heart of Germany’s watchmaking town of Glashütte, has been known since its establishment in 1869 for producing robust and precise timepieces. In modern times, the brand has focused primarily on high-performance sport and tool watches which we can see in the Sportivo collection. Last year, this collection expanded with three new releases, and this year, the brand is unveiling the Sportivo Power Chronograph First Edition.

The watch stands out with its bold black-and-red design, housed in a 42.5mm stainless steel case with a 15.5mm thickness, coated in black PVD. It features a bidirectional rotating bezel with a ceramic inlay, while a double anti-reflective sapphire crystal protects the dial. The watch also boosts a 300 meter water resistance. 

The black dial showcases applied indices and hands coated with Super-LumiNova for excellent legibility. Red accents on the chronograph hands and the minute chapter ring add a sporty touch. A power reserve indicator is positioned at 6 o’clock. The chronograph function is spread across the dial, with the 30-minute counter at 12 o’clock and the small seconds at 9 o’clock.

Powering the watch is the automatic MU 9424-GR movement, a modified version of the Swiss Sellita SW500. It offers a 62-hour power reserve and operates at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4Hz). The watch comes with a black leather strap and is limited to 200 pieces. It is available at a price of €4,300, approximately AED 16,500.

For more information, you can visit Mühle Glashütte’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Mühle Glashütte Sportivo Power Chronograph First Edition
  1. Reference: M1-52-33-2025
  2. Case: stainless steel, black PVDbidirectional rotating bezel, double anti-reflective sapphire crystal
  3. Diameter: 42.5mm
  4. Thickness: 15.5mm
  5. Water resistance: 300 m
  6. Dial: black, applied indices and hands coated with Super-LumiNova, Red chronograph hands and minute chapter ring, power reserve indicator positioned at 6 o’clock, 30-minute counter at 12 o’clock, small seconds at 9 o’clock
  7. Movement: Calibre MU 9424-GR, automatic, based on Sellita SW500
  8. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
  9. Power reserve: 62 hours 
  10. Functions: chronograph, hours, minutes, small seconds
  11. Bracelet / Strap: black leather strap
  12. Availability: Limited to 200 pieces 
  13. Price: €4,300, approximately AED 16,500

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