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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.

MB&F

MB&F (Maximilian Büsser & Friends) is a Swiss luxury watch brand founded in 2005 by Maximilian Büsser, a former executive at the prestigious watch brand Harry Winston. The brand is known for producing highly innovative and avant-garde timepieces that push the boundaries of traditional watchmaking.

MB&F watches are characterized by their bold and unconventional designs, featuring unusual shapes and striking combinations of materials. Each watch is a work of art, created by a team of top watchmakers and artisans who collaborate with Büsser to bring his vision to life.

One of the brand's most iconic watches is the Horological Machine No. 4 (HM4), also known as the "Thunderbolt". Inspired by aviation and the sleek lines of fighter jets, the HM4 features a distinctive, aerodynamic case and a complex, multi-layered movement that resembles a jet engine.

Other notable MB&F watches include the Legacy Machine No. 1 (LM1), a traditional-looking watch with a modern, dual-dial display; the Legacy Machine No. 2 (LM2), which features a complex, planetary system of gears and a suspended balance wheel; and the Legacy Machine Perpetual (LM Perpetual), a perpetual calendar watch with a unique, vertical display.

MB&F has also collaborated with other luxury brands and designers, including watchmaker Alain Silberstein and the other watchmaker H. Moser & Cie, to create limited-edition, co-branded watches that combine the strengths of each partner.

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