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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Mercedes Hands

Rolex sports watches, such as the Submariner and the GMT-Master, use "Mercedes" hands as a design feature. These hands derive their name from Mercedes Gleitze, a young British secretary, who etched her name in watchmaking history through a noteworthy feat. During her swim across the English Channel in 1927, the 26-year-old wore a Rolex Oyster, enduring over 10 hours in the cold waters between France and Great Britain. Following the swim, the waterproof wristwatch was proclaimed to be in a working condition, marking a significant moment in horological innovation.