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.

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Enamel

Is a type of artistic finishing that involves applying a glassy coating made from powdered glass mixed with special liquids.

In watchmaking, metal surfaces of the watch are coated with enamel, which is then exposed to high temperatures to ensure the stability of the coating on the coated surface. Enamel coating is used in coating watch dials, hour markers, hands, and other components.

Enamel is used to create dial designs that are resistant to fading and can maintain their vibrant colors for centuries. Enamel dials are often found in high-end and luxury watches because creating them involves a time-consuming and delicate process that requires a high degree of skill.

However, they are also delicate and can crack or chip if not handled carefully.

There are several types of enamel used in watchmaking, including cloisonné, champlevé, flinqué, and grand feu, each with their own unique characteristics and methods of application.