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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.

Batavi

Batavi Watches is a Dutch boutique watch brand that was started by Ugur in 2017. The brand offers timepieces that aim to captivate both the visual senses and the spirit of its wearers. Drawing inspiration from vintage aesthetics and Dutch minimalism, Batavi Watches creates designs that embody the values of resilience, honesty, courage, and fearlessness.

The brand's name, "Batavi", references a historical group of small village people who fought against powerful oppressors, even in the face of certain defeat. This historical inspiration reflects the brand's ethos and the values it seeks to convey through its timepieces.