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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 Tissot's New Additions to The Sporty PRX Collection

Fully forged carbon and elegant gradient dials adorn the iconic lineup

The PRX has long stood as an iconic symbol for Tissot, consistently ranking as its best-selling watch. Over the years, this sporty collection has been updated with a wide array of releases, showcasing various colorsdial designs, and complications like the chronograph that continue to elevate this collection. This year, Tissot is introducing two striking gradient dials and a sophisticated fully forged carbon fiber edition, further expanding the collection.

The watches in this release fall under the PRX 40 Powermatic 80 collection, which, as the name suggests, feature a 40mm diameter. Crafted from 316L stainless steel, the case is 10.9mm thick and showcases a sophisticated blend of brushed and polished finishes. The dial is protected by a sapphire crystal, ensuring durability and clarity, while the see-through caseback offers a glimpse of the movement within. The forged carbon variant, however, is slightly thicker at 11.2mm, other than that, it shares the same specifications as the other two variants.

The dials are available in two gradient options: a blue gradient, referred to by the brand as "Ice Blue Chameleon," and a black-to-blue gradient, called "Black Chameleon." The forged carbon variant, on the other hand, features a fully carbon dial. All three models offer a simple time and date display, with differences in the dial pattern and the date window disc color—one in white and the other in black. The dial also includes Super-LumiNova-coated hands and indices, with a date window positioned at 3 o’clock.

The steel variants are powered by the brand's classic automatic movement, the Caliber Powermatic 80, while the carbon variant features the Powermatic 80 Si—where "Si" indicates the inclusion of a silicon hairspring. Both movements operate at 21,600 vph (3Hz) and offer 80-hour power reserve. The steel duo comes with a stainless steel bracelet and folding clasp, priced at CHF 685/AED 3,000, while the carbon variant is paired with a black rubber strap and is priced at CHF 965/AED 4,170.

For more information you can visit Tissot’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Tissot PRX
  1. Reference:T137.907.97.201.00 (carbon), T137.407.11.351.01 (gradient blue), T137.407.11.051.01 (gradient black)
  2. Case:316L stainless steel or forged carbon case, brushed and polished, sapphire crystal, see-through caseback 
  3. Diameter: 40mm 
  4. Height:10.9 mm or 11.2 mm
  5. Dial: blue gradient, black-to-blue gradient, forged carbon, Super-LumiNova coated hands and indices, date window positioned at 3 o’clock
  6. Movement: caliber Powermatic 80, or Powermatic 80 Si, automatic
  7. Power reserve:80 hours
  8. Frequency: 21,600 vph (3 Hz)
  9. Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date 
  10. Bracelet / Strap: stainless steel bracelet, folding clasp, black rubber strap
  11. Availability: Permanent line  
  12. Price:  Steel (CHF 685/AED 3,000), Carbon (CHF 965/AED 4,170)

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