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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.

Romain Gauthier

Romain Gauthier is a Swiss watchmaker who established his own brand in 2005. He is known for creating highly innovative and technically advanced watches that are also aesthetically stunning. Gauthier's watches are made using traditional watchmaking techniques, but are also designed with a modern flair.

Gauthier's watches feature unique and complex movements that are hand-finished to the highest standards. He is known for his innovative use of materials and his commitment to creating watches that are not only technically advanced, but also beautiful to look at.

Some of Romain Gauthier's most notable watches include the Logical One, which features a chain-and-fusee transmission system, and the Insight Micro-Rotor, which has a micro-rotor that is visible through the dial. Collectors ardently pursue Gauthier's timepieces due to their high demand, and are considered to be some of the finest examples of contemporary watchmaking. He is a highly respected figure in the world of horology, and his watches are a testament to his skill and dedication to the art of watchmaking.