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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.

Ressence

Founded by Belgian industrial designer Benoît Mintiens in 2010, Ressence is redefining the essence of contemporary watchmaking. From the start, Benoît adopted a "Less is More" approach, stripping away unnecessary attributes that traditional watches have clung to for decades. By combining Swiss-made calibers with his own innovations, he has reimagined the interaction between mechanical watches and their owners.

 

Ressence's journey began with the Zero Series, featuring a revolutionary dial design where time is represented on flush two-dimensional rotating discs, eliminating traditional hands. This hallmark of simplicity continued with the TYPE 1, which eliminated the crown, resulting in a truly ambidextrous watch. The TYPE 3 pushed boundaries further with its oil-filled dial, eliminating refraction and enhancing legibility. This innovation earned the 2013 Horological Revelation Award at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève.