Article of the week
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 The New Alexander Shorokhoff Uhrenmanufaktur Summer Release

Completing the "Seasons" collection with green and burgundy hues

Alexander Shorokhoff Uhrenmanufaktur is a German brand named after its founder, an architect and civil engineer, was born in Moscow in 1960. In 2003, he expanded his vision by founding Alexander Shorokhoff Uhrenmanufaktur in the town of Alzenau, Germany. This year, the brand completes its "Seasons" collection with the introduction of the "Summer" model in green and burgundy. Alongside the "Winter," "Autumn," and "Spring" models, the "Summer" edition completes the set, with each piece representing the spirit of its season.

The watch comes in a 36 mm × 36 mm stainless steel case that is 8.55 mm thick, and features a combination of brushed and polished finishes with diamonds on the bezel. It is equipped with two sapphire crystals: the front crystal has an anti-reflective coating, while the caseback crystal offers a view of the movement. The caseback also includes a gold-colored, hand-engraved insert ring.

The sunray dial, combined with a lacquered center, creates striking depth and radiance. It is further adorned with a 3D butterfly and floral appliqué, expertly crafted to evoke the beauty of nature. The dial is available in light green or burgundy, with both versions featuring small blued hands and a big seconds hand. Powering the watch is the automatic ETA Caliber 2000-1, featuring a hand-engraved rotor. This movement operates at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4 Hz) and provides a power reserve of 40 hours.

The watch comes with two distinct strap options: a light green ostrich leather strap for the green version and a burgundy crocodile leather strap for the burgundy edition. Both straps complement the dial colors and are paired with a stainless steel buckle. 

The green version is limited to 19 pieces, while the burgundy version is limited to 31 pieces. Each watch is individually numbered and priced at EUR 2,941, approximately AED 11,200.

For more information, you can visit the official website of Alexander Shorokhoff Uhrenmanufaktur. 

Technical specifications: Alexander Shorokhoff Uhrenmanufaktur Summer
  1. Case: stainless steel, brushed and polished, sapphire crystal on both sides,  gold-colored, hand-engraved insert ring on caseback
  2. Diameter: 36 mm × 36 mm 
  3. Thickness: 8.55 mm
  4. Water resistance: 30 m
  5. Dial: light green or burgundy, sunraylacquered center, 3D butterfly and floral appliqué, small blued hands, big seconds hand
  6. Movement: ETA Caliber 2000-1, automatic, hand-engraved rotor
  7. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
  8. Power reserve: 40 hour 
  9. Functions: hours, minutes, seconds
  10. Bracelet / Strap: light green ostrich leather strap, burgundy crocodile leather strap, stainless steel buckle
  11. Availability: (green) limited to 19 pieces, (burgundy) limited to 31 pieces
  12. Price: EUR 2,941 / AED 11,200

0 Comments