Hyper-luminescent. Hyper-colourful. Hyper-performing[1]: A new era of blazing aesthetics begins as the next generation of the Excalibur Blacklight Monobalancier (MB) arrives. One of the brightest expressions of the Maison to date, the timepiece is a contemporary work of art that is just as vibrant by day as it is under UV light. Welcome to the dazzling world of Roger Dubuis, where the fields of possibility are reimagined to offer the most exciting way to experience Hyper HorologyTM.
The art of luminescence
Forever pushing boundaries, the Maison’s hyper-skilled watchmakers have been developing and mastering the intricate art of luminescence for years. Because at Roger Dubuis, less is never more.
Reflecting an unmatched level of craftsmanship, the metal micro-beams of the calibre are tri-dimensional for the first time, taking the shape of Roger Dubuis’ signature star. Bright yellow and orange by day, they reveal their hidden luminescence and glow neon under UV light.
But the watchmakers’ mastery of luminescence goes further. Keeping the highlight on the brilliance of the micro-beams, a hyper-precious and vividly fluorescent diamond was chosen for the heart of the signature star, channelling the eye to admire the open work of the piece while under UV light. To ensure the spotlight remains on the micro-beams, 60 non-fluorescent diamonds were also specifically selected to adorn the bezel. Motivated by extreme passion, the finished look proves their absolute control over where the fluorescence shows up.
Blazing with colour
The Maison unveils an iconic capsule collection that is blazing with on-trend colours.
Embodying a commitment to non-conformity and a willingness to explore new creative possibilities, Roger Dubuis was inspired to move beyond its obsession with light and inject playful colours into this next generation of Excalibur Blacklight MB.
Among this capsule collection is a timepiece dressed in bright yellow enhanced by vibrant orange touches. These bring a harmonious balance to the design, breaking up the single shade effect and creating a camaieu. Such lively shades also create its distinctive aesthetic, letting the details of the expressive calibre reveal themselves layer by layer, like an intricate work of art that is appreciated the more it is looked at. Bold, daring, iconic: this 42mm white gold timepiece truly dazzles – from its bright yellow rubber and calf-leather strap, to its micro-beams, hour and minute markers, and its signature star. Should they want to, the lucky owners can even opt to change the strap in just a few clicks to express a new style of their choice as it is equipped with a hyper-versatile and quick-release system. Hyper-contemporary and Hyper-exciting, the latest edition of the Excalibur Blacklight MB brings Hyper HorologyTM to bright new heights of expressivity.
Striking performance
Defining the fine balance between aesthetics and performance, the timepiece is equipped with the RD720SQ calibre, which has an increased power reserve of 72 hours. The micro-rotor and balance wheel are also optimised to minimise vibrations, improve stability, and make it less sensitive to shocks. To achieve even better efficiency and energy transmission, the shape of the escapement wheel is improved, paired with diamond-coated silicon pallet stones, and completed with a new lube. The masterpiece is hand-finished with meticulous care and rewarded with the Poinçon de Genève, one of the most demanding certifications in fine watchmaking.
Limited to 28 pieces, the Excalibur Blacklight MB is the perfect blend of colour, luminescence, and advanced mechanics, reaching new heights of expressivity. By sharing its passion for light and luminescence, Roger Dubuis highlights a new facet of Hyper Horology™, one that continues to shape the future of fine watchmaking in the most colourful way possible.
Roger Dubuis Excalibur Blacklight Monobalancier Technical Specifications
Ref. RDDBEX1014
Description
The Excalibur Blacklight is inspired by the art world and reveals the innovation capacity of Roger Dubuis. During the day, coloured micro-beams are spread inside the calibre, placed like rays of light going through the mechanism. Under UV light, the micro-beams are luminescent, like neon tubes glowing in a two faces sculpture revealing its full potential only under specific circumstances. Bringing together both art and innovation is what Roger Dubuis calls Art Technologies and allows the Geneva manufacture to offer exclusive watches in limited editions. Besides, the Excalibur Blacklight reflects the gender-fluid approach of the designs created by Roger Dubuis in the world of Haute Horlogerie.
Specific Highlights
The new development of the Excalibur collection. A calibre with improved performances: increased power reserve up to 72 hours thanks to a gear train toothing and escapement optimization through its geometry. Improved durability thanks to new lube, and increased precision thanks to 4Hz frequency.
With this watch we enter a colorful new chapter of Excalibur Blacklight history.
Blacklight microbeams turn tridimensional to fit our iconic star shape, and are enhanced by UV paint to glow under UV light.
The bi-material strap with a rubber base and a bright yellow calf inlay makes the whole watch even more acidulous and trendy.
Movement
• RD720SQ
• MOVEMENT ENERGY: Automatic, self-winding
• COMPLICATION: Monobalancier
• CALIBER: A calibre with improved performances: increased power reserve up to 72 hours thanks to a new geartrain toothing and escapement optimization through its geometry. Improved durability thanks to new lube, and increased precision thanks to 4Hz frequency.
• FINISHING: Shot-blasted and trued-up main plate and bridges with NAC star-shaped bridge with colored angles
• FUNCTIONS: Hours, minutes
• FREQUENCY: 4 Hz / 28’800 Vibrations per Hour
• POWER RESERVE: 72 Hours
• DIAMETER LINES: 16 3/4
• THICKNESS: 5.95 Millimeters
• NUMBER OF PIECES: 178
• NUMBER OF RUBIS: 32
Case
• White gold* case
White gold* bezel set with round cut diamonds
White gold* crown
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
White gold* open case back with sapphire crystal
*White Gold 750/1000
• DIAMETER: 42 Millimeters
• WATER RESISTANCE: 5 BAR (50m)
Dial
• Grey double surface flange with engraved minute track and transferred texts, polished and white gold 750/1000 plated hour markers coloured in the centre. 3D metallic grid coloured with UV paint.
Hands
• Triple surface hands in white gold 750/1000 with satin brushed finish on the tilted surfaces – shot-blasted finish on the flat grey surface, SLN tips
ABOUT ROGER DUBUIS
The rush of adrenalin, a pounding heart, the sure and certain knowledge that something is about to happen: ENTER THE FUTURE OF HYPER HOROLOGY™. Impertinent, excessive and slightly mad, this is Roger Dubuis. Solidly sustained by an integrated Manufacture, an innovative spirit, and a flagrant disregard for convention, this is what Roger Dubuis is all about! Laugh, scream, roar, and above all, create… for an exclusive tribe that believes in the philosophy of living larger than life at every turn. Inspired by other cutting-edge industries and out-of-the-box designs to prove, time and time again, that Roger Dubuis is unquestionably the most exciting way to experience Hyper Horology™.
NO RULES, OUR GAME
[1] Hyper and Hyper Horology are Roger Dubuis trademarks filed and/or registered in class 14