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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.

Glossary

Ebauche

Is a French term that means "blank" or "incomplete." It refers to an unfinished watch movement. Ebauches are manufactured by specialized companies and sold to other watch companies for use in watchmaking.


Ebauches serve as a foundation for developing and producing watch movements. They are customized and modified to meet the needs of watch manufacturers. Ebauches are used as a starting point for developing movements instead of building them from scratch, which saves time and cost in watch production.

Ebauches are available in various sizes and specifications, and they can be customized and modified according to the requirements of the watch manufacturer or specific design requests. Ebauches are used in a wide range of watches, from simple timepieces to luxury watches with advanced complications.