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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Hacking seconds ( stop seconds mechanism )

Hacking seconds ( stop seconds mechanism )

Hacking seconds, also known as "hack seconds," is a feature that allows the seconds hand to be stopped or "hacked" when the crown is pulled out to set the time. When the crown is in the time-setting position, the hacking seconds mechanism is engaged, causing the seconds hand to stop moving. .....................................................................................................................

This feature enables precise time synchronization and facilitates accurate watch adjustment. Once the time is set, pushing the crown back in activates the movement, and the seconds hand starts moving again from the exact position where it was stopped. The hacking seconds function is commonly found in mechanical watches.