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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 Omega Unveils The Paris 2024 Bronze Gold Edition

A vintage inspired timepiece that pays tribute to the gold, silver and bronze medals of the Olympics

Omega has been the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games since 1932, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the precision and accuracy of the event's timekeeping. From the opening ceremony on Friday, 26 July 2024, until Sunday, 11 August 2024, Paris will host the 33rd Summer Olympic Games. This significant event marks the first time the City of Light has hosted the Olympics since 1924. During this period, around 10 million visitors are expected to converge on Paris to witness this grand spectacle.

To celebrate the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Omega has released two special timepieces: the Seamaster Diver 300M and the Speedmaster Chronoscope. Just before the start of the ceremony, Omega unveiled a third commemorative watch: the Omega Paris 2024 Bronze Gold Edition. This vintage-style timepiece pays tribute to the three medals awarded at the Olympic Games—gold, silver, and bronze.

The new timepiece draws inspiration from the CK 859, a watch that was discontinued two years ago. The Omega Paris 2024 Bronze Gold Edition takes its dimensions from that watch, as it measures 39mm x 11.7mm. The case is crafted from Omega’s exclusive Bronze Gold alloy. This unique alloy combines 37.5% gold, hallmarked as 9K, with palladium and silver, providing high corrosion resistance without the typical verdigris oxidation associated with regular bronze. The dial is protected by a domed sapphire crystal, while the caseback is stamped and frosted with the Olympic Games Paris 2024 medallion.

The dial is crafted from solid Ag 925 silver and features a Clous de Paris pattern at its center. It also includes a small seconds subdial at 6 o'clock and a minute track with a circular brushed pattern. The dark grey Omega logo is presented in a vintage-inspired font, and the 18K Sedna Gold hands (Omega’s rose gold alloy) are coated with PVD Bronze Gold finish.

The watch is powered by the Calibre 8926, an in-house manual winding movement that is Master Chronometer certified. It operates at 25,200 vph (3.5 Hz) and offers a 72-hour power reserve supplied by two barrels. The movement features a silicon balance spring and a co-axial escapement. The watch comes with a brown calfskin leather strap with a sandblasted Bronze Gold buckle, adorned with a vintage Omega logo, and is priced at AED 46,350.

For more information please visit Omega’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Omega Paris 2024 Bronze Gold Edition
  1. Reference: 522.92.39.21.99.001
  2. Case: Bronze Gold alloy, domed sapphire crystal, stamped and frosted caseback with the Olympic Games Paris 2024 medallion
  3. Diameter: 39mm
  4. Height: 11.7mm
  5. Water resistance: 30m
  6. Dial: Ag 925 silver dial, Clous de Paris pattern at the center, small seconds subdial at 6 o'clock and minute track with a circular brushed pattern, dark grey Omega logo, 18K Sedna Gold hands coated with PVD Bronze Gold finish
  7. Movement: Calibre 8926, manual winding, in-house, Master Chronometer certified, two barrels, silicon balance springco-axial escapement
  8. Power reserve: 72 hours
  9. Frequency: 25,200 vph (3.5 Hz)
  10. Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds 
  11. Bracelet / Strap: brown calfskin leather strap, sandblasted Bronze Gold buckle with vintage Omega logo
  12. Availability: permanent line 
  13. Price: AED 46,350

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