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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 Von Doren Announces Tandberg Watch in Two Color Variants

Inspired by Tandberg's Technical Legacy and Design

Von Doren is a Norwegian brand founded in 2016 by Oyvind VonDoren Asbjornsen. The story of the brand began when Oyvind inherited his great-grandfather's cherished Swiss wristwatch at the age of 12. This heirloom sparked a passion for horology, and from his hometown of Ålesund, Norway, he embarked on a journey that would eventually lead to the creation of his brand, Von Doren.

The brand draws inspiration from the breathtaking nature surrounding Ålesund, a port town nestled on the west coast of Norway, known for its stunning fjords, mountains, and waterfalls. Each watch captures the essence of the town's beauty and history, infused with a sense of vintage and classic style.

In the brand's latest releases, it unveils the "Tandberg," which is offered with two different dial options. The watch takes its inspiration from the legacy of the Norwegian company Tandberg, known for its innovations in audio technology during the 1950s and 1960s, led by engineer Vebjørn Tandberg. It reflects the quality and design that defined Tandberg's philosophy, with a modern touch from Von Doren, drawing on these historical innovations.

The watch comes in an elegant rectangular stainless steel case with a brushed and glass-blasted finish (glass beads are sprayed under pressure onto the surface). It is also complemented by a polished bezel that frames a flat sapphire crystal. The watch measures 46.3 x 38 mm, with a thickness of 10.6 mm and a lug-to-lug distance of 47.67 mm. The pull/push crown, designed to resemble a volume knob, is inlaid with black onyx, adding a distinctive touch of luxury.

The dial of the watch is available in either white or black, and features a red lume-coated tip on the second hand, which hovers above a blue ring around the edge of the dial that is coated with blue Super-LumiNova for enhanced visibility. The dial also features a blue printed minute track, with four applied indexes marking the 12, 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions. 

The watch is powered by the Swiss-made Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement, operating at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4Hz) and offering a 40-hour power reserve.

It comes with a blue nylon strap with leather backing, a stainless steel pin buckle, and is priced at EUR 1,590, approximately equivalent to AED 6,350.

For more information, you can visit Von Doren’s official website.

Technical specifications: Von Doren Tandberg black and white
  1. Reference:TR2040 (black) / TR2030 (white)
  2. Case: rectangular brushed stainless steel case, polished bezel, sapphire crystal anti-reflective, closed case back
  3. Diameter: 46.3 x 38 mm
  4. Height: 10.6 mm
  5. Lug-to-lug: 47.67mm
  6. Water resistance: 50 m
  7. Dial: black or white, blue Super-Luminova, minute track printed, red lume on second hand, applied indexes
  8. Movement: Sellita SW200-1, automatic 
  9. Power reserve: 40 hours
  10. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
  11. Functions: hours, minutes, seconds
  12. Bracelet / Strap: blue nylon with leather backing, stainless steel pin buckle
  13. Availability: permanent line
  14. Price: EUR 1,590 / approximately AED 6,350

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