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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 The New Union Glashütte Belisar Chronograph Sport

Expanding the iconic Belisar collection with an elegant black release

Union Glashütte is a distinguished German brand under the Swatch Group renowned for its high-quality mechanical timepieces that embody precision engineering and a rich heritage of craftsmanship. The brand is particularly recognized for its sporty chronographs and offers a diverse range of collections that appeal to both classic and modern tastes. Among its iconic models, the Belisar stands out as a versatile and sophisticated line. Now, Union Glashütte expands this collection with the new Belisar Chronograph Sport, featuring a sleek black aesthetic.

The watch features a 316L stainless steel case, the only grade of steel used by Union Glashütte, renowned for its anti-corrosion properties. The case measures 43mm in diameter and 14.7mm in thickness and is equipped with a black ceramic bezel featuring a tachymeter scale, along with black DLC-coated case band. The dial is topped with a curved sapphire crystal that has an anti-reflective coating. Additionally, the watch includes three pushers: two for chronograph functions located at 2 and 4 o'clock, and one at 10 o'clock for the date adjustment.

The black dial showcases a striking horizontal pattern, with indices and skeletonized hands coated in Super-LumiNova for enhanced visibility. A vibrant yellow accents adorns the chronograph hands, adding a distinctive touch. The dial also features a 30-minute chronograph counter at 3 o'clock, a 12-hour counter with an integrated date window at 6 o'clock, and a small seconds sub-dial at 9 o'clock.

Under the sapphire crystal caseback lies the UNG-27.S1 caliber, an automatic movement with a cam-operated chronograph. It features a silicon balance spring, enhancing resistance to magnetic fields, temperature fluctuations, and shocks. The movement provides a power reserve of at least 65 hours and operates at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4 Hz). 

It comes with both a black textile strap and a black leather strap, secured by a double folding clasp, and is priced at EUR 3,900, equivalent to AED 16,000.

For more information please visit Union Glashütte’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Union Glashütte Belisar Chronograph Sport
  1. Reference: D014.927.16.057.00
  2. Case: 316L stainless steel case, black ceramic bezel with a tachymeter scale, black DLC-coated case flanks, curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, chronograph pushers at 2 and 4 o'clock, date pusher at 10 o'clock 
  3. Diameter: 43mm
  4. Thickness: 14.7mm
  5. Water resistance: 100m
  6. Dial: black dial, horizontal pattern, indices and skeletonized hands coated in Super-LumiNova, yellow chronograph hands, 30-minute chronograph counter at 3 o'clock, 12-hour counter with a date window at 6 o'clock, small seconds sub-dial at 9 o'clock
  7. Movement: UNG-27.S1 caliber, automatic, cam-operated chronograph, silicon balance spring, 27 jewels
  8. Power reserve: 65 hours
  9. Frequency: 28,800vph (4Hz) 
  10. Functions: chronograph, hours, minutes, small seconds, date
  11. Bracelet / Strap: black textile strap, black leather strap, double folding clasp
  12. Availability: permanent line 
  13. Price: EUR 3,900/AED 16,000

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