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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 Romain Gauthier Unveils The C by Romain Gauthier Titanium Edition Six

The sixth and last release from the independent brand’s most famous collection

Romain Gauthier is based in the Vallée de Joux, Switzerland. Founded in 2005 by Romain Gauthier who name the company after him, the brand has built a reputation for its distinctive designs, innovative in-house movements, and exceptional hand-finishing. One of its most known releases is the "C by Romain Gauthier" collection, introduced in 2021 as the Continuum. Since then, the brand has expanded this collection with five releases, all featuring a titanium case. Last year marked the release of the fifth edition. Now, the brand is launching the "C by Romain Gauthier Titanium Edition Six," the sixth and final edition of this time-only display collection.

The new watch remains faithful to the collection and comes in a natural grade 5 titanium case, measuring 41mm in diameter and 9.55mm in thickness. The case features polished and brushed finishes, sapphire crystal with anti reflective coating on both the front and back, and a crown at 2 o’clock with an orange rubber ring.

The watch features a partially open sapphire gray dial that reveals the seconds mechanism and escapement. The seconds wheel, prominently displayed through this opening, serves as both a mechanical component and a distinctive aesthetic symbol unique to the brand. Additionally, the partial dial opening showcases the escapement assembly, including the escapement wheelbalance, and pallet. The lower part of the dial features a decorative bridge showcasing a special hand-engraving technique.

The dial also features Super-LumiNova coated 18k white gold hour and minute hands, which are off-centered, along with applied numerals and indices. The small seconds subdial is positioned at 7 o'clock and highlighted in orange. 

The C by Romain Gauthier Titanium Edition Six is powered by an in-house developed manual-winding caliber, featuring grade 5 titanium plates and bridges. Operating at 28,800 vph (4Hz), it offers a 60-hour power reserve. The watch comes with a gray rubber strap and a grade 5 titanium pin buckle. It is limited to 88 pieces, and priced at CHF 48,000, equivalent to AED 195,000.

For more information please visit Romain Gauthier’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Romain Gauthier C by Romain Gauthier Titanium Edition Six
  1. Case: natural grade 5 titanium case, polished and brushed, sapphire crystal with anti reflective coating on both the front and back, crown at 2 o’clock with orange rubber ring
  2. Diameter: 41mm
  3. Thickness: 9.9mm 
  4. Water resistant: 50 m
  5. Dial: partially open sapphire gray dial, hand-engraving bridge, Super-LumiNova coated 18k white gold off-centered hands, applied numerals and indices, small seconds sub-dial positioned at 7 o'clock in orange
  6. Movement: in-house developed manual-winding caliber, grade 5 titanium plates and bridges, 24 jewels 
  7. Power reserve: 60 hours
  8. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
  9. Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds 
  10. Bracelet / Strap: gray rubber strap, grade 5 titanium pin buckle
  11. Availability: Limited to 88 pieces 
  12. Price: CHF 48,000/AED 195,000

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