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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.

Fortis

Fortis is a Swiss watch brand founded in 1912 in Grenchen, Switzerland. The company specializes in producing high-quality mechanical watches, particularly for aviation professionals and divers.

Fortis has a long history of producing aviation watches, and its watches have been used by pilots and astronauts in a variety of missions. In 1962, the brand became the official watch supplier for the US space program.

Fortis' watch collections are known for their durability and reliability, and many of its models feature features such as water resistance, shock resistance, and anti-magnetic shielding. The brand's most popular collections include the Aviatis, Cosmonauts, and Aquatis lines.

Today, Fortis is owned by Jupp Philipp, who acquired the company in 2018. The brand continues to produce high-quality mechanical watches and is popular among collectors.