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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 Oris Celebrates its 120th Anniversary & Unveils The Hölstein Edition 2024

Black on black aesthetics adorns the iconic Divers Sixty Five

Oris is a renowned Swiss watchmaking brand with a rich heritage dating back to 1904, in the picturesque village of Hölstein. Over the past 120 years, Oris has built a reputation for producing high-quality mechanical watches, embodying the spirit of traditional Swiss craftsmanship while continually innovating and pushing the boundaries of watch design.

Yesterday, June 1st, the brand celebrated its 120th anniversary, and to commemorate this occasion, Oris is introducing the Hölstein Edition 2024. This special edition timepiece is a unique iteration of their iconic Divers Sixty-Five model, with a black on black aesthetics, and limited to just 250 pieces. 

The watch boasts a sleek and robust design, with a 40mm diameter stainless steel case adorned with a black DLC coating. This coating extends to the case, bezel, and crown, providing durability and a striking aesthetic. The black unidirectional rotating bezel features a 60-minute scale. Additionally, the screw-down crown and sealed caseback ensure water-resistance up to 100 meters. The caseback reveals engraving of Oris's teddy bear donning swimming gear.

The matte black dial showcases black applied indices and hands treated with black Super-LumiNova for optimal visibility in low-light conditions. The dial also features a date window at 6 o'clock with a black date wheel that blends with the black aesthetics.

Powering the watch is the calibre 400, an in-house automatic movement that operates at 28,800 vph (4Hz), and offers 5 days power reserve (120-hours). The watch comes with a black rubber strap with a black DLC buckle. The watch is priced at CHF 3,900, equivalent to AED 16,380.

For more information please visit Oris’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Oris Hölstein Edition 2024
  1. Case: stainless steel case, black DLC coating, black unidirectional rotating bezel with a 60-minute scale, screw-down crown, closed caseback with engravings of Oris's teddy bear
  2. Diameter: 40mm
  3. Water resistance: 100 m
  4. Dial: matte black dial,black applied indices and hands with black Super-LumiNova, date window at 6 o'clock with a black date wheel
  5. Movement: calibre 400, automatic, in-house, 24 jewels
  6. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
  7. Power reserve: 5 days (120 hours) 
  8. Functions: Hours, minutes, second, date
  9. Bracelet / Strap: black rubber strap with a black DLC buckle
  10. Availability: limited to 250 pieces
  11. Price: CHF 3,900, equivalent to AED 16,380

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