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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.

Introducing The New Cartier Santos-Dumont Rewind

A new addition to the french mansion’s iconic collection with counterclockwise hands

In 1904, Cartier introduced the Santos-Dumont, marking the inception of the first commercially available men's dress watch. Crafted in collaboration with the Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, over the years, the Santos-Dumont became a symbol of sophistication and a Cartier icon. This year, Cartier unveils the Santos-Dumont Rewind, a new exceptional variant that features counterclockwise hands. 

The watch comes in a platinum case measuring 31.5mm in diameter, 43.5mm in length, and 7.3mm in thickness, with a beautiful combination of brushed and polished finishes, and the iconic ruby cabochon in the crown. Its iconic square bezel, adorned with rounded edges and eight screws, boasts a polished surface. 

The dial features open-tipped hands that are rhodium plated, carnelian lacquered with roman numerals that are inverted, indicating that time is interpreted in reverse, contrary to the conventional reading, It's the first time we have seen this type of time reading from Cartier, but certainly not the only time we have seen it, as hublot and the Russian brand Raketa had it in its catalogs a long time ago. Powering the new Santos-Dumont is the 230 MC caliber, which is based on Piaget’s ultra thin caliber 430 MC, but featuring the counterclockwise movement of the hands. This manual winding movement operates at a frequency of 21,600vph (3Hz), and offers 38 hours of power reserve. 

The new Santos-Dumont Rewind is Limited to 200 numbered pieces, and comes with a  Semi-matte brown alligator leather strap with a platinum ardillon buckle, priced at CHF 37,000 which is equivalent to AED 150,000. 

For more information please visit Cartier’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Cartier Santos-Dumont Rewind
  1. Reference: CRWGSA0089
  2. Case: platinum case, brushed and polished, ruby cabochon crown, square bezel with eight screws, closed case back
  3. Diameter: 31.5mm
  4. Lug to lug: 43.5mm
  5. Thickness: 7.3mm
  6. Water resistance: 30 m
  7. Dial: carnelian lacquered, rhodium plated open-tipped hands, inverted roman numerals Movement: 230 MC caliber, based on Piaget’s ultra thin caliber 430 MC, manual winding, 18 jewels 
  8. Functions: hours, minutes
  9. Power reserve: 38 hours
  10. Frequency: 21,600 vph (3Hz)
  11. Bracelet / Strap: Semi-matte brown alligator leather strap, platinum ardillon buckle
  12. Availability: limited to 200 numbered pieces
  13. Price: CHF 37,000 which is equivalent to AED 150,000

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