The Mesmerizing Excalibur Spider Pirelli MT by Roger Dubuis


Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Pirelli MT honours their iconic partnership with Pirelli, and their milestone anniversary. Photo: Roger Dubuis

For Pirelli’s 150th anniversary, Roger Dubuis x Pirelli introduces the Excalibur Spider Pirelli Monotourbillon (MT), a remarkable watch. The two companies demonstrate once more what transpires when the best minds from many sectors join hands together to combine their unmatched expertise, ground-breaking research, and limitless innovation. They are motivated by the quest to produce adrenaline-charged artwork.

The most conventional watchmaking complexity, the tourbillons, is Roger Dubuis’ area of expertise, but that is the extent of its adherence to history. The company’s primary objective is to challenge traditional craftsmanship by encouraging clients to engage in what it refers to as “hyper-horology.”The Excalibur Spider Tourbillon is a good example their hallmark product. The tourbillon is strongly rooted in the twenty-first century because of its massive dimensions, open-worked movement, distinctive star-shaped bridging, and frequently outlandish color choices.

Its most recent timepiece, the Excalibur Spider Pirelli Monotourbillon, honors its five-year partnership and tire manufacturer Pirelli’s 150th birthday. It comprises 3 “kits” that let you switch the bezel, crown, and strap hues to outdo earlier color displays.

The Watch

The casing has a diameter of 45 mm and is constructed of titanium with mineral composite fiber. The substance was developed internally and is built on silicon dioxide. The white synthetic material stands out for its lightweight and sturdy construction, which enables intricate designs. This is demonstrated in this instance by the three-horned lugs as well as the grooved bezel.

The bezel of the wristwatch is treated with bright material, emphasizing its sporty form. Nevertheless, this distinctive aspect is only visible at night. The crown also has the Roger Dubuis emblem plus a simple-grip rubber covering. Moreover, the Excalibur Spider Pirelli’s mechanisms can be seen on the back, thanks to the transparent caseback.

On the other hand, the crystal has printing of the Pirelli logo as well as water resistance of up to 50 meters.

Two primary indexes, as well as a ring featuring minute and hour indicators, make up the clock dial. Additionally, the Excalibur Spider Pirelli’s second indication is the flying tourbillon positioned at 7 o’clock. Illuminated material is present on the hands, hourly markers, and Roger Dubuis inscription at 12 o’clock.

 

Photo: Roger Dubuis

In addition, a power reserve indicator placed between nine and ten o’clock resembles a gasoline gauge on a car. The standard symbol in the top portion of the face, which is seen on the majority of Excalibur variants, is also present.

The QRS Mechanism for Changing the Crown, Strap, and Bezel:

The QRS mechanism, influenced by the speedy pit stops in racetracks, enables a simple switch of the crown, bezel, and strap. To this goal, the Maison offers three extra pieces in the colors Oro, Silver, and Red that incorporate the 150th anniversary of Pirelli’s official colors. For instance, the user can switch the white bezel to red by twisting the watch. The complementary strap clicks into position with the same ease.

Such design elements honor the 150th anniversary of Pirelli and allow the owner to choose the tone that better suits his\her mood. The user might even take off the crown cap to finish the modification.

On the other hand, the straps include the illuminated Pirelli 150th anniversary emblem. The slogan “Power Is Nothing Without Control,” as well as the Pirelli Cinturato motif, are also displayed on the rear.

A Design for a Devoted Commemoration

Beautiful white covers every aspect of the Excalibur Spider Pirelli MT, including the casing, bracelet, skeleton, and unique astral hallmark. The color was specially designed to strike out and honor the value of Pirelli’s historic event. It marks the first watch from the Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Pirelli series.

The watch has extra unanticipated elements as part of its celebration theme. It includes SuperLuminovaTM* innovation that enables the bezel, emblem, and hour markings to illuminate in the darkness.

Similarly, SuperbiwinovaTM * makes the iconic Pirelli 150th anniversary insignia on the strap sparkle during the night.

The Excalibur Spider Pirelli’s Sporty Drive

The watch is powered by the RD508SQ caliber. The skeletonized system has 265 different parts in total, including 29 rubies. The flying tourbillon, which also serves as a seconds indicator, starts its rotation at seven o’clock. Moreover, the balancing has a 3-hertz speed; not to mention the movement boasts a 60-hour power autonomously.

The reserve indication over the tourbillon shows how much power is left. Besides, all pieces are, of course, polished to the greatest possible standards. The highest-standard hallmark in the field, the Geneva Seal, attests to excellent quality.

 

 

Final Thoughts

Pirelli, established in Milan in 1872, is among the most well-known names in the world of tires. It is renowned for its superior production standards, state-of-the-art equipment, and constant drive for innovation while extensively referencing its Italian heritage. Being one of the biggest tyre companies in the world with 30,000 workers and about €5 billion in revenue as of 2016, Pirelli is the only worldwide company devoted exclusively to the customer tyre industry.

Pirelli is currently focusing on the High-Value Tyre Markets, providing cutting-edge tires and creating Specialties as well as Super Specialties to expand its existing wide-ranging product line. Pirelli continues to create specialized solutions and customization options as part of its ongoing effort to satisfy the demands of its customer base.

Roger Dubuis’ career has been characterized by extraordinary success. The business was established in 1995. Its timepieces quickly gained notoriety and set the business as a leading authority on structural skeletonized movements by establishing a delicate balance between painstaking manufacturing skills and cutting-edge design.

The most recent Roger Dubuis x Pirelli invention, overflowing with race regulations, is a blazing instance of adaptable design made with high-tech materials and watchmaking perfection. This contemporary piece of work, which was introduced as the Singapore Grand Prix raised its opening flag, is a tribute to Pirelli’s 150 years of heritage, creativity, and enthusiasm. It is the outcome of a long-standing partnership between a creator of tyre excellence and a prolific watch designer.

The Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Pirelli MT is a popular icon among auto aficionados who adore and can purchase expensive timepieces. Essentially, it is exceptionally unique because there are only 8 available.

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