Roger Dubuis

NEWF Edition — Red Natural Rubber Strap

The NEWF edition of the Roger Dubuis Excalibur Skeleton Tourbillon RDDBEX0938 represents a highly ambitious undertaking within replica horology. Replicating the distinct astral skeleton architecture of the Excalibur line requires significant tooling precision, particularly when housing a functional high complication. This specific release distinguishes itself by utilizing a true flying tourbillon escapement rather than a superficial open-balance wheel, offering collectors a mechanically authentic alternative to the genuine piece.

Powering this reference is a customized manual-winding clone of the RD509SQ caliber. The movement architecture has been heavily modified to mimic the star-shaped bridges and perlage finishing found on the authentic Roger Dubuis mechanism. The tourbillon cage rotates at the 7 o’clock position, providing the correct kinetic visual expected from the Excalibur line. Operating at standard clone tourbillon metrics, the movement yields approximately 36 hours of power reserve on a full wind.

The 42mm case is constructed from 316L stainless steel, finished with an 18K rose gold plating that closely approximates the genuine alloy’s warmth. The deeply notched bezel and signature triple lugs are sharply milled, transitioning seamlessly into the custom-molded red natural rubber strap. The skeletonized dial layout provides an unobstructed view of the geartrain, maintaining appropriate depth and dimensional layering.

• Movement: Custom RD509SQ Manual Winding Clone (Flying Tourbillon) — Approximately 36 hours
• Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Plated 316L Steel, 42mm diameter
• Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Plated Fluted Bezel, accurate notch spacing
• Crystal: Scratch-Resistant Sapphire with clear AR coating
• Bracelet: Red Natural Rubber Strap with Rose Gold Plated Folding Clasp
• Water Resistance: >10 Meters — professional pressure test recommended before swimming

This reference is tailored for collectors who appreciate avant-garde, high-complication aesthetics. It serves as a technically impressive conversation piece that balances complex mechanical replication with striking wrist presence.