Roger Dubuis Excalibur Collection – Ref. DBEX1209
Roger Dubuis Excalibur Collection – Ref. DBEX1209
Last year, marking its 30th anniversary, Roger Dubuis looked back to its roots by introducing an Excalibur timepiece featuring a double retrograde display. With a compact 40mm diameter, this luxury cheap watch is far better suited for daily wear than previous Excalibur models, while its double retrograde day and date functions serve as a perfect homage to one of the brand’s signature complications. Although this iteration is a simplified version of the original double retrograde perpetual calendar—developed jointly by Mr. Roger Dubuis and Jean-Marc Wiederrecht—it retains the brand’s iconic retrograde aesthetic. This year, Roger Dubuis has further expanded the collection by introducing a more accessible stainless steel version.
Since its founding in 1995, Roger Dubuis has distinguished itself through a unique style, high price points, and extreme exclusivity. Over time, the brand evolved rapidly, embracing an increasingly bold and flamboyant aesthetic that eventually gave rise to its spectacular “Hyper Watches.” Yet, as the brand reached its third decade, a subtle shift in direction began to emerge. A compelling testament to this evolution—alongside last year’s Hommage La Placide, which featured a 38mm rose gold case and a captivating deep-blue mother-of-pearl dial that beautifully honored the brand’s heritage—is the aforementioned Excalibur rose gold double retrograde day/date watch.
While it stays true to the classic Excalibur design language—complete with signature triple-lug attachments and a fluted bezel—the watch’s remarkably compact case allows it to slip discreetly under a shirt cuff—a feat that would have been unimaginable for earlier Excalibur models. Its arrival not only offers a distinct alternative within a product lineup otherwise defined by bold, maximalist aesthetics, but it also serves as a masterful interpretation of the “less is more” philosophy. As the first stainless steel timepiece from Roger Dubuis in many years, this year’s steel iteration retains the compact proportions of its rose gold counterpart. With a 40mm diameter and an 11.25mm thickness, the case loses none of its commanding presence; rather, it gains an added touch of refinement. online cheap watches
The complex case architecture—featuring a fluted bezel, a crown guard, and robust, sharply tapered three-part lugs—is enhanced by a sophisticated interplay of mirror-polishing, bead-blasting, and satin-brushed finishes. These treatments accentuate the cool, steely nature of the material and the sharp, architectural design language, imbuing the watch with a heightened sense of power and visual impact. Furthermore, the multi-link stainless steel bracelet, equipped with a quick-release system, and a water resistance of 100 meters ensure exceptional comfort and practicality.
In contrast to the opulent white dial of the rose gold model, the stainless steel version features a deep, cosmic-blue, seven-layered dial accented with silver details. This aesthetic lends the piece a distinctly youthful character, perfectly complementing the exposed, curved silver bridges—adorned with Côtes de Genève (Geneva stripes)—and the retrograde mechanism. The curved retrograde scales on either side, finished in a silver sunburst pattern that matches the case, feature black numerals and red dots; they are indicated by skeletonized hands with red tips, with the display for the day of the week on the left and the date on the right. The small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock creates a harmonious symmetry with the circular disc at 12 o’clock, which bears the Poinçon de Genève (Geneva Seal). Discount fake watches
The concentric, record-like grooves found at the base of both elements echo the circular patterns adorning the chapter ring. The fact that this timepiece proudly bears the prominent Poinçon de Genève (Geneva Seal) at the 12 o’clock position on its dial confirms that the self-winding RD840 movement—which powers the watch—has successfully met the rigorous standards required for this certification. This implies that every component of the movement, whether visible or concealed, has undergone exceptionally refined finishing. In total, 14 distinct decorative techniques are applied, including polished chamfering, Côtes de Genève (Geneva stripes), brushed chamfering, perlage (circular graining), mirror-polishing of tips, and the polishing of gear teeth and their recesses. While there are certainly many sports watches available today in the 350,000 RMB price range, it is truly rare to find one that boasts such an exquisite level of finishing. Shopping fake watches