Enter The Hyper World Of Roger Dubuis

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Limits are no longer recognized, and unorthodox norms are being accepted, leading to the greatest portrayal of top-tier watchmaking being replicated today. The focus is centered on a very dynamic style and ultra-technical manufacturing expertise. So welcome to the opulently outspoken world of Roger Dubuis, in which more is greater. Besides, taking chances with audacious innovation in the competitive world of unique high-end manufacturing isn’t just anticipated but also seen as compulsory.

The pinnacle of exquisite watchmaking is here, exhibiting a number of the most extravagant inventions to date. It includes the revolutionary Knights of the Round Table Monotourbillon watch and the amazing development of the Excalibur Monobalancier.

Moreover, Roger Dubuis keeps raising the bar by continuously pushing the boundaries of its aesthetic and technical expertise and pursuing greatness.

• Knights of the Round Table Monotourbillon; Suitable for a King

The technological and manufacturing qualities of the Knights of the Round Table series have risen steadily since its debut in 2013. Typically, there are a number of the most opulent products in the history of the watch market. However, Roger Dubuis showcased their most recent creation from the ground-breaking Knights of the Round Table wristwatch series at the 2022 Watches And Wonders exhibition.

The eighth in the family and perhaps the most meaningful update since its introduction is the Knights of the Round Table Monotourbillon/X. But for the first time ever, Roger Dubuis has accomplished the amazing feat of fusing a tourbillon and the Knights of the Round Table concept.

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Twelve Knights are among Roger Dubuis’ most known, adventurous, and beautiful lines. It ventures to integrate aesthetic expertise, horological artistry, and sophistication in this way. Every Twelve Knights model is bold and rejuvenates the tale via the perspective of Super Horology. Moreover, the Monotourbillon mechanism, Roger Dubuis’ pleasure and delight is the hidden weapon used by the brave knights of King Arthur’s legends.

The large circular table is vital in the legendary culture of King Arthur. Although it is impossible to avoid this design, the expert artists at Roger Dubuis demonstrated they just weren’t hesitant to take on the challenge of developing a strategy depending on such concentric necessity.

The Monotourbillon emerges from the watch’s middle in a stunning exhibition of intricate mechanics, showcasing unparalleled technical prowess. The Pink Gold 750/1000 tiny carved Knight troops with hourly markings have a difficult task: protecting horological knowledge from the menace of gravity.

On the other hand, every knight is only 6mm tall, built with a unique personality, and covered in armor. They are sufficiently small to fit inside the watch itself but powerful enough to represent the commitment, passion, and courage for which Roger Dubuis is renowned. Besides, such a remarkable clock calls for equally remarkable indicators that are entirely blended into the singular round watch design.

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Two golden markers with perfectly centered revolving discs were chosen to denote the minutes and hours in order to pull off this accomplishment. The double-sided edge is also made from a single Murano glassware block, and clear violet Murano glass gems give the Monotourbillon the appearance of floating all over it.

No fewer than 8 layers of embellishment were required to be put to the dial’s rim in order to create this impression, which is fantastic given the timepiece display’s constrained size. The setup function has also been shifted to the 2 o’clock spot in line with the concept and recognition of the placement of the knight at three o’clock. Moreover, a tiny red flag brilliantly flashes when this key is touched to show that the device has changed from the wound state to the resetting mode.

• Excalibur Monotourbillon; the Legend

With the introduction of the revolutionary Excalibur Monotourbillon, Roger Dubuis has continued to revolutionize the realm of exquisite watchmaking. The watch is meticulously improved and then reinvented with elegance and personal touch with contemporary and technical components.

In general, the newest Excalibur Monobalancier is the final iteration of the Excalibur line. The piece is strengthened with a number of technical and stylistic modifications that give rise to a refined design with modern flair, uniting creative designers and excellent watchmakers altogether.

The innovative RD 720SQ caliber’s efficiency is stretched to the limit thanks to mechanical advancements that extend the power reserve up to 72 hours. On the other hand, the micro-rotor is adjusted to reduce vibrations. It is also made of pink gold 750/1000 as well as tungsten and completed with an etching of the Roger Dubuis emblem to modernize its style.

The Maison is constantly looking for ways to enhance efficiency and accuracy. As a result, it doubled the balancing wheel’s momentum to increase stability and lessen its sensitivity to vibrations. The structure of the escapement disc is now made of diamond-treated silicon and is combined with variable diamond-finished silicon pallet gems, as well as a new lubricant. It has been optimized to improve effectiveness and energy transfer.

The Excalibur Monobalancier is created with sleek cut lines and a twisted bezel, including pointed notches. The iconic star has also been redesigned to hover freely over the barrel and has been redesigned for the contemporary world of refinement and flair.

Furthermore, the embellishments on this 42mm wristwatch enhance its expressive qualities and take a modern approach. They include extremely contrasted elements like sandblasted, satin-polished faces and refined edges.

Two available models meet the exceptionally high qualities of the Poinçon de Genève. One has an EON GOLD TM* casing and an engraved black calf leather strap.

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Likewise, the other has an EON GOLD TM* casing that is also embellished with 60 circular sliced diamonds and an etched purple calf-leather bracelet. Both straps have a unique Quick Release System to give the user the most flexibility possible.

Bottom Line

Similar to how getting invited to the round table was undoubtedly a great honor, one of the most esteemed qualifications in the timepiece industry is the Poincon de Genève. Roger Dubuis continually seeks excellence and pushes its label to advance by raising the standards for its aesthetic and distinctive timepiece design approach.