ROGER DUBUIS: A Complication Watch Imbued with the Founder's Spirit
ROGER DUBUIS | Roger Dubuis
Complications Housing the Soul of the Founder
Roger Dubuis garners fervent support from watch enthusiasts. This year, the focus is on the "Hommage" collection, first unveiled at the brand's inception. Alongside founder and watchmaker Roger Dubuis, who has returned to the brand as an ambassador, new models have been introduced.
Text by SHIBUYA Yasuhito
A Tribute to Roger Dubuis
Founded in 1995 by Roger Dubuis, one of the foremost watchmakers of our time. Roger Dubuis has earned passionate acclaim from watch aficionados as an emerging brand that pushes the boundaries of haute horlogerie with its avant-garde designs, while simultaneously pursuing the ultimate in mechanical mechanisms, epitomized by the Double Flying Tourbillon.
Since becoming part of the Richemont group in 2009, the brand has embarked on a redefinition of its concept and a complete overhaul of its collections. Currently, it presents four distinct collections—"Excalibur," "Monégasque," "Pulsion," and "Velvet"—each with a striking design, developed alongside cinematic concepts and visual imagery, making it an unmissable watch brand for both seasoned collectors and active, individualistic men and women.
Furthermore, in 2013, the brand unveiled the "Excalibur Quatuor," a timepiece that pursued high precision through a unique mechanism featuring four balance wheels, a recent reminder of its innovative and distinctive approach to mechanics. In 2014, in addition to these four collections, the "Hommage" collection, first presented at the brand's founding, is once again in the spotlight. Ten new models have been introduced as Roger Dubuis' fifth universe, "Astonishing Mechanics." Timepieces dedicated to the founder and watchmaker Roger Dubuis, who has returned to the brand as an ambassador, are also featured.
While the Double Flying Tourbillon model, featuring engraving on the dial, is characteristically captivating, the most noteworthy piece is this limited edition Flying Tourbillon model with a large date and power reserve indicator, dedicated to Roger Dubuis himself. Naturally, like all its mechanical models, it bears the new Geneva Seal, a testament to its adherence to the watchmaking traditions of Geneva.
HOMMAGE FLYING TOURBILLON |
Hommage Flying Tourbillon
Case | RG
Diameter | 45mm
Movement | Manual-winding, in-house caliber RD540
Power Reserve | 60 hours
Strap | Alligator
Functions | Flying Tourbillon, Large Date, Power Reserve Indicator
Water Resistance | 3 bar
Price | ¥17,000,000, limited to 208 pieces worldwide
Release | Scheduled for Autumn
Roger Dubuis is currently running a special campaign inviting all purchasers of its tourbillon models by the end of March 2015 to a Swiss tour, including a visit to the brand's manufacture. Why not take this opportunity to experience the essence of Roger Dubuis?
Roger Dubuis
Tel. 03-3288-6640


