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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.

Vanguart

The company was founded in 2017 and presented its first watches in 2021. This independent brand was established by four individuals: Thierry Fisher, Jeremy Frelechox, Axel Leuenberger, and Mehmet Korutürk. Axel Leuenberger, the CEO, brings a wealth of experience from his tenure at APRP (Audemars Piguet Renaud Papi) and spearheaded the watch's conceptualization. Thierry Fisher serves as the creative director, while Jeremy Frelechox, the CTO, boasts 15 years of expertise at APRP and six years at Girard-Perregaux. Lastly, Mehmet Korutürk, the Chairman of Vanguart, brings a financial background, having previously worked for a private equity firm with ownership of an F1 team.