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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 New Bulgari Octo Roma Automatic & Chronograph in Black

A new style and aesthetic for the sporty collection from the Italian house

Ancient Rome serves as an enduring source of inspiration for Bulgari, which skillfully transforms architectural motifs from the past into stylish designs. In 2012, the brand introduced the Octo Roma collection, drawing inspiration from the octagonal coffering found on the vaults of the 4th-century Basilica of Maxentius in the Roman Forum. This resulted in a timepiece distinguished by its curves and a rounded octagonal shape, showcasing Bulgari's sophisticated design aesthetic. 

Last year, the brand revisited the Octo Roma, refining the case into a more rounded shape and redesigning the bezel and lugs. Additionally, Bulgari expanded the collection to include a chronograph model, while the dials received a new clous de Paris pattern. This year, the brand introduces two new additions to the Octo Roma collection, a time-and-date model and a chronograph, both boasting a sleek all-black aesthetic.

The Octo Roma models feature black DLC stainless steel cases. The case of the time and date variant measures 41mm in diameter and 9.15mm in thickness, while the chronograph variant comes in a slightly larger case measuring 42mm in diameter and 12.4mm in thickness. Both watches are equipped with a screw-down crown with a black ceramic tip and crown guards, as well as sapphire crystals on the front and back, ensuring water resistance up to 100m.

 

 

Both watches feature a black Clous de Paris dial, with hands, indices, and numerals treated with Super-LumiNova. The time and date variant displays hands and a date window positioned at 3 o'clock. However, the chronograph features a tri-compax dial and a tilted date window positioned between 4 and 5 o'clock.

 

The time and date variant is powered by the in-house Caliber BVL 191, while the chronograph is powered by the in-house Caliber BVL 399. Both movements are automatic, operating at 28,800 vph (4Hz), and offer a 42-hour power reserve. The new Octo Roma releases are paired with black interchangeable textured rubber straps featuring a Clous de Paris motif and a pin buckle, along with an additional black alligator strap. The time and date variant is priced at EUR 8,900, which is equivalent to AED 35,000, while the chronograph is priced at EUR 10,900, equivalent to AED 43,000.

For more information please visit Bulrgari’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Bulgari Octo Roma Automatic & Chronograph
  1. Reference: (time and date) 103927, (chronograph) 103932
  2. Case: black DLC stainless steel case, sapphire crystals on the front and back, screw-down crown with a black ceramic tip and crown guards
  3. Diameter: 41mm or 42mm 
  4. Thickness: 9.15mm or 12.4mm
  5. Water resistance: 100 m
  6. Dial: black Clous de Paris dial, (hands, indices, and numerals) treated with Super-LumiNova, date window positioned at 3 o'clock, (chronograph) tri-compax dial, tilted date window positioned between 4 and 5 o'clock
  7. Movement: Caliber BVL 191, in-house, (chronograph) Caliber BVL 399, in-house, automatic 
  8. Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date / Chronograph, Hours, minutes, seconds, date
  9. Power reserve: 42 hours
  10. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
  11. Bracelet / Strap: black interchangeable textured rubber straps featuring a Clous de Paris motif, pin buckle, additional black alligator strap 
  12. Availability: permanent line 
  13. Price: time and date (EUR 8,900 / AED 35,000), chronograph (EUR 10,900, AED 43,000)

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