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.

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News Raúl Pagès Wins Louis Vuitton Watch Prize 2023-2024

The inaugural award for independent creative concluded in Paris

ByWaqt

07.02.2024

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The Louis Vuitton Watch Prize which was announced last year, aims to honor creative talent in the watch industry, while supporting and encouraging artisans, entrepreneurs and future generations. The recipient of the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives receives a grant and a one-year mentorship by La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton, tailored to their specific creative project needs. This mentorship is overseen by experts and is open to watchmakers, designers, entrepreneurs, and recent graduates in watchmaking.

After several rounds of selection of candidates, starting with 5 finalists, they reached the finals, and the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize 2023-2024 ceremony concluded yesterday in paris. The first edition of the prize was awarded to Raúl Pagès for his creation, the RP1 - Régulateur à détente. For those unacquainted with the master craftsman Raúl Pagès, he is an independent watchmaker who has conceived, designed, and crafted the Régulateur à détente RP1 entirely by hand in his workshop located in Les Brenets, Switzerland. This exceptional timepiece exemplifies the highest standards of traditional fine watchmaking and artisanal craftsmanship.

The RP1 - Régulateur à détente comes in a stainless steel case measuring 38.5mm in diameter and a slim 10.2 mm of thickness, it exudes elegance on the wrist. The dial boasts a captivating blend of textures and colors. As a regulator timepiece, it's anticipated that the time display will be distributed across three separate indications. Each indicator features its own unique design elements. For instance, the hours are showcased at 12 o'clock on a raised ring. The minute hand traverses a cantilevered chapter ring along the dial's perimeter. Lastly, the small seconds are depicted on a light-blue sub-dial at 6 o’clock.

Featuring a caliber equipped with a pivoted detent escapement, the Régulateur à détente RP1 upholds the tradition of exceptional chronometers. Technically, the detent escapement is considered "free" because it ensures the balance is not under any stress during its additional arc. Unlike the traditional Swiss escapement, this system allows the escapement wheel to transmit its force directly to the balance wheel, resulting in significantly improved mechanical efficiency.