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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.

HUBLOT

The Swiss brand "Hublot" was founded in 1980 by "Carlo Crocco". The brand is known for its incorporation of different materials into its watches. The "classic" model, which combines precious metal with rubber, marked the beginning of the brand's launch by combining different materials in its manufacture.

Hublot has incorporated materials like gold, ceramic, titanium, carbon fiber, rubber, and even denim into their watch cases, dials, and straps.

In terms of movements, Hublot primarily uses self-winding mechanical movements in their watches. They also have their in-house movement manufacturing facility called "Hublot Manufacture" Additionally, Hublot is known for their complicated watches, such as chronographs, tourbillons, and minute repeaters.

Hublot has collaborated with various sports and entertainment personalities, including partnerships with football clubs, Formula 1 teams, and musicians. These collaborations have resulted in limited edition watches that reflect the spirit and identity of the respective partners.

 

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