W&W 2022 Roger Dubuis Knights of the Round Table MT/X

Determined to mark the physical return of Watches & Wonders with outstanding masterpieces, Roger Dubuis continues to elevate its art and technical mastery to new heights, always striving for excellence, and constantly challenging itself to go further.

The story of the Knights of the Round Table collection cannot be told to just anyone. One of Roger Dubuis’ most iconic, bold and breathtaking collections, each edition re-interprets the legend through the lens of Hyper Horology. Only the craziest minds dare to combine artistic mastery, horological craftsmanship and contemporary design in this way.  Now for the first time, the valiant knights of King Arthur’s legend are ready to take on the invisible force of gravity with a secret device: one of Roger Dubuis’ pride and joy , the Monotourbillon itself. Ensuring the 8^th edition was worthy of representing the lucky number of the late, great Mr. Roger Dubuis himself, the move not only upends the rules of the game, it reshapes the future of Hyper Horology.

The equalising round table is key to the world of King Arthur’s legend. Though this essential set-up is non-negotiable, creating a design born from this concentric requirement provided a challenge the incredible watchmakers were not afraid to take on. Displaying true technical prowess, the Monotourbillon emerges from the centre of the timepiece in a powerful demonstration of advanced mechanics. Becoming the shield against the gravitational force endangering the heroes and precision alike, the knights stand proudly around this iconic feat of engineering knowing they will tackle their common invisible enemy together.

Just as the twelve knights take their duty to protect the realm seriously, the Maison’s quest for peak performance is realised by expanding the diameter of the balance wheel to increase stability and ensure the movement is less sensitive to gravity’s effects. An accomplishment Roger Dubuis is proud to showcase in one timepiece: the pinnacle of its artistic collection combined with one of its signature complications.

Hyper expressive art

Defending horological mastery from the threat of gravity is no easy task for the hour-marked heroes cast in Pink Gold 750/1000 and crafted individually through micro-sculpture. Small enough to fit in a timepiece but mighty enough to represent the commitment, passion and boldness Roger Dubuis is known for, each knight is just 6mm tall, created with his own personality and equipped with armour. 

Such an exceptional timepiece had to feature equally exceptional hands, fully integrated into the circular design. That’s why two gold markers were chosen to indicate the position of the minute and hour with perfectly centred rotating discs. What’s more, translucent purple blocks carved from Murano glass appear to levitate around the Monotourbillon while the double surfaced flange is carved from a single block of Murano glass too. To realise this effect, playing with no less than eight layers of décor around the dial was needed; a true marvel considering the limited surface area. In keeping with the design, and to respect the position of the knight at 3 o’clock, the setting system is decentred to a position at 2 o’clock. Push down on this function and a small red flag indicates that the timepiece has moved from winding to setting mode.

Available in a 45mm Pink Gold 750/1000 case sealed by a notched bezel, the timepiece is completed with an embossed black calf-leather strap.

Just as being invited to the round table was an extreme honour, such high standards of excellence are rewarded with the Poinçon de Genève; one of the most exclusive stamps of certification in watchmaking today.

Technical specifications

Roger Dubuis Knights of the Round Table Monotourbillon 8th Edition

Reference: RDDBEX1025

Limited edition of 8 pieces

Case

• Material: Pink gold 750/1000 
• Diameter: 45 mm
• Glass: Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
• Pink gold 750/1000 open case back with sapphire crystal and metallization
• Pink gold 750/1000 bezel with sapphire crystal ring
• Pink gold 750/1000 crown with Murano glass ring
• Water-resistant to 30 meters (3 bar)

Dial and hands

• Sapphire crystal centre table with color blocks made of Murano glass.
• 12 microsculpted knights in pink gold, reprensenting the 12 knights involved in the Quest.
• Double surface flange in Murano glass with polished pink gold hour markers.
• Rotating sapphire crystal discs with golden blocks as hour and minute hands.

Movement

• Caliber RD115
• Manual-winding movement
• Complication: Flying Monotourbillon
• Diameter lines: 16
• Thickness: 12.2 mm
• Frequency: 21'600 vph (3 Hz)
• Power reserve of 72 Hours
• Number of parts: 277
• Number of jewels: 29
• Central flying monotourbillon with variable inertia balance wheel, including 72 hours of power reserve
• Finishing: Shot-blasted, trued-up and circular grained plate and bridges with NAC coating

Functions/Indications

• Hours, minutes

Strap and buckle

• 3D calf leather strap, interchangeable with Quick Release System - QRS
• Buckle: Pink gold cover 750/1000 with titanium blades, triple folding, interchangeable with Quick Release System - QRS

MSRP: TBC

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