The Knights of the round table Collection of Roger Dubuis

Roger Dubuis, a Swiss watchmaking brand co-founded by watchmaker Roger Dubuis and designer Carlos Dias in 1995, adheres to the two major brand concepts of innovation and rigor, and has independently developed and produced a variety of watches in just over 20 years. A classic watch that shines throughout the watch industry. Such as the Excalibur series, the La Monégasque series, the Pulsion series and the Velvbet series, among which the Knight of the Round Table from the Excalibur series is the most representative.

At the Geneva Watch Fair in 2013, Roger Dubuis officially launched the first generation of Knights of the Round Table - Knight of the Round Table I.

Knight of the Round Table I watch

Model: RDDBEX0398

The first generation of Knights of the Round Table uses Roger Dubuis Roger Dubuis self-produced movement RD821 self-winding movement with a thickness of 3.43 mm, a vibration frequency of 28,800 times per hour, 33 jewels, and a power reserve of 48 hours.

The body, threaded crown and classic three-pronged lugs are all made of 18K rose gold, the crystal is sapphire crystal glass, the diameter of the watch is 45 mm, the thickness of the case is 15.7 mm, the rose gold folding clasp, optional black alligator Leather strap.

The biggest highlight of the first generation of the Knights of the Round Table, which is limited to 28 pieces in the world and only sold in the Geneva store, is the enamel dial and the three-dimensional casting of the knight statuette moment.

The entire dial is made of Grand Feu enamel, and in the center of the dial is the Tudor red and white rose badge of the Tudor Dynasty in England, Tudor Rose, and the alternating stripes of dark green and milky white spread out to form a full circle. This quaint dial pattern perfectly reproduces the Winchester Round Table cave paintings created in 1552 in Winchester Castle, England.

Knight of the Round Table I beautifully re-engraved the round table of the twelve knights. All the moments on the dial are made of three-dimensional three-dimensional casting molds, poured into gold liquid to cast twelve golden knights with a height of only 7 mm, and then passed through Roger Dubuis. Dubuis' master goldsmiths refer to the image of the twelve knights under the command of King Arthur, and hand-carved the faces, expressions and the appearance of a meeting with a sharp sword.

After the first generation of Knights of the Round Table was an instant hit, at the 2015 Geneva Watch Show (SIHH), Roger Dubuis launched the second generation of Knights of the Round Table while the iron was hot.

Knight of the Round Table II watch

Model: RDDBEX0495

Knight of the Round Table II fully reproduces and inherits the first generation of Knights of the Round Table in the movement and body shape, the same movement and the same body design.

The difference is that Knight of the Round Table II is not made of 18K rose gold, and the entire watch is made of 18K white gold.

In terms of dial design, Roger Dubuis did not unequivocally reproduce the design concept of the first-generation Knights of the Round Table King Arthur's round table. On the basis of the round table, he boldly blended the gentleness of ink jade, protection of wealth, avoidance of evil, and prevention of evil. meaning in it.

The round table on the dial of the entire Knight of the Round Table II is made of dark gray natural ink jade, and is inscribed with exquisite patterns, which means auspiciousness and harmony.

Similarly, the cast of the Twelve Knights is also different from the gold casting of the first generation of the Knights of the Round Table. Instead, it is made of bronze with higher production difficulty. The height of the micro-carved bronze knight is only 6.5 mm. At the same time, the rim of the platinum plate is stained with patina, which makes the whole dial show a retro humanistic feeling and cultural precipitation.

Compared with the first generation of Knights of the Round Table, Knight of the Round Table II, the second generation of Knights of the Round Table is more introverted and calm, and also has the breath of modern watches.

At the 2017 Geneva Watch Show (SIHH), Roger Dubuis launched the third generation of the Knights of the Round Table series in one go.

Knight of the Round Table III watch

Model: RDDBEX0511

On the basis of the second generation of Knights of the Round Table, Knight of the Round Table III The third generation of Knights of the Round Table returned to the essence of the first generation of Knights of the Round Table, and re-used 18K rose gold, which looked more retro and heavy, to create the watch. For the body, the round table of the dial is made of black jade with reference to the second generation of Knights of the Round Table. The cast of the Twelve Knights is made of 18K rose gold. It's more of a return to the roots than a change.

The black jade dial of Knight of the Round Table III is different from the glossy black jade round table of the second generation of Knights of the Round Table, but is presented with the effect of frosted black jade.

At the 2018 Geneva Watch Show (SIHH), Roger Dubuis lived up to expectations and launched the fourth generation of the Knight of the Round Table, the Knight of the Round Table IV.

Knight of the Round Table IV watch

Model: RDDBEX0684

Roger Dubuis Roger Dubuis Knights of the Round Table has been using the self-produced self-winding movement RD821 from the first generation to the fifth generation. RD821 is like every movement of Roger Dubuis that is engraved with the Geneva Seal. Its stable travel time and long-lasting performance have not lived up to the expectations of watch friends. It is powerful and stable.

The caliber of 47 mm, the watch body made of 18K rose gold, the belt folding buckle, the same is limited to 28 pieces in the world, and the same special offering in the Geneva store, everything is familiar.

However, at a glance, you can see how powerful and creative Roger Dubuis is with the dedication and novel design concept that Roger Dubuis put into the Knight of the Round Table IV watch.

The Knight of the Round Table IV watch has almost completely subverted the design concept of the first three generations of round table knight dials in the design of the dial, and re-interpreted the new concept in the style of "low polygon" Low Poly Art on the original concept of the round table dial. artistic image.

The entire dial perfectly presents the artistic image of Avalon Island by using blue enamel blocks and gold stripes, once again paying tribute to the great King Arthur.

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Knight of the Round Table V watch

Model: RDDBEX0806

Made of Damascus titanium, the interpretation of the iconic Knights of the Round Table collection from Roger Dubuis offers a stunning combination of contemporary craftsmanship and technical savoir-faire.

Knight of the Round Table VI watch

Model: RDDBEX0934

The twelve knights are located on the hour markers and freeze in each of the different fighting positions. Each miniature sculpture is made of 18K rose gold. They wear helmets, armor, shields and weapons. , Every detail is carved with great care. The broken earth and magma are made of glass of different colors, showing a delicate texture. Through the sapphire crystal, you can clearly appreciate these vivid figurines, not only that, but also through the sapphire crystal ring below the bezel, you can also appreciate such fascinating scenes from different angles.

The 45mm rose gold case features the signature notches and triple lugs, and the crown is shaped like a sword pierced into a stone. And flip to the bottom of the watch, you can see the beautiful self-winding RD821 movement, which can provide 48 hours of power reserve, all its parts are finished by hand and engraved with the Geneva Seal. The black lettering engraved on the caseback reads to the effect: "Around this table, the bravest knights are equally united, and they will set out to seek adventure, to right their wrongs, to protect the weak, and to bring the proud to their knees."

In general, this watch made by Roger Dubuis has very distinctive features, it is not suitable for most people, perhaps "out of the ordinary" is what they are after.