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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Karrusel

Karrusel

Karrusel, also spelled as Carousel, is a horological complication that is similar to a tourbillon in terms of its purpose to improve timekeeping accuracy in mechanical watches. It was invented by Danish watchmaker Bahne Bonniksen in the late 19th century. The Karrusel mechanism consists of a rotating platform or carriage that holds the balance wheel, escapement, and other regulating components. Unlike a tourbillon, which typically rotates on its axis once per minute, the Karrusel rotates at a slower rate, typically once every few minutes. This rotation helps to counteract the effects of gravity on the balance wheel and improve the watch's overall precision.