Get updated on the latest news from the watch world - Subscribe

DailyWatch MAGAZINE

Roger Dubuis celebrates the Tourbillon in many forms

Celebrating one of the best-known complications, the 200-year old tourbillon. Leave it up to Roger Dubuis to do it in a disruptive way..

Roger Dubuis celebrates the Tourbillon in many forms

Celebrating one of the best-known complications, the 200-year old tourbillon. Leave it up to Roger Dubuis to do it in a disruptive way..

Roger Dubuis brings an ode to the tourbillon at this years’ Watches and Wonders. The highly admired complication, part of the brands’ catalogue for a long time, has always been a showcase of horological wizardry. And understanding Roger Dubuis, you’ll know that they won’t take anything for granted. No less than 4 new tourbillon pieces will be present in Geneva, with three different takes on the tourbillon concept: From a single tourbillon to a double tourbillon and a central tourbillon. Meet the Excalibur Titanium Monotourbillon, the Excalibur Sunrise Double Tourbillon and the Orbis in Machina.

Excalibur Titanium Monotourbillon

The Excalibur Titanium Monotourbillon is an example of Complexity made Clean. The titanium case and bracelet give an understated, clean expression and make it the purest possible example of the brands’ complexity. The Caliber RD512SQ shows the flying tourbillon caged at 7 o’clock, as we are familiair with from previous iterations. The tourbillon construction, alone good for 63 components, is only mounted from one side, a complex watchmaking challenge when it comes to securing stability but aesthetically pleasing for sure. This boutique-exclusive will be limited to 28 pieces.

Excalibur Sunrise Double Tourbillon

When one tourbillon is not sufficient enough, one can always opt for a Double Tourbillon. The Excalibur Sunrise Double Tourbillon not only adds additional horological complexity, the colourful diamond setting on the bezel and in the bridges assure additional visibility and “wow” when wearing this piece. As the only novelty this fair the Sunrise comes in 45mm.

Orbis in Machina

The Orbis in Machina Central Tourbillon might be the Piece de Resistance this year. Roger Dubuis speaks of a watch with two faces. The front is stylish, symmetric, contemporary and a all round, in opposition with the current design signature of the brand. A look at the casebook shows a more traditional watchmaking view, with the excellent Poincon de Geneva finishing fully visible. A perfect blend of traditional fine watchmaking and the brands’ expresive contemporary DNA.

The pink gold 45mm Orbis in Machina is also a Boutique Exclusive, and will be produced in an edition of 88.

MORE ARTICLES

Naissance d’une Montre 2- the birth of a unique watch

Traditionally the May month is a busy one in watch auctioning. This weekend the big auction houses gather in or near Geneva to offer a great variety of high-end watches, to be sold to the highest bidders. We previously paid attention to what might be the number 1 event, the dedicated F.P. Journe sale by […]

Why we love the Hublot Square Bang

The Hublot Big Bang was launched in 2005 and is widely regarded as one of the great watches of the 21st century. It certainly pushed Hublot to a next level with its bold and recognizable design, and became a modern interpretation of the brands’ Art of Fusion philosophy. 17 years later, we have seen the Big […]

Why the Tudor North-Flag is a smart addition to your collection!

Tudor North Flag Review It was only recently that Tudor discontinued the North-Flag. This watch was originally introduced in 2015 and had marked a significant step for the brand. Back in 2010, Tudor started its run for success with the introduction of the heritage chronograph. This watch completely changed the brand for the better, as […]