The Excalibur Bi-Retrograde Calendar by Roger Dubuis

This year, Roger Dubuis celebrates its 30th anniversary, and for the occasion, the company pays tribute to its co-founder’s favourite complication: the bi-retrograde display.

This function, previously featured in the Excalibur Grande Complication alongside a dozen other highly complex mechanisms, takes centre stage once again. The Maison has also introduced a less complicated, more classic edition to further honour the bi-retrograde display.

Also referred to as “the ecliptic counters” by the Maison a nod to their elliptical shape and distinctive role in indicating the months and date the design showcases a symmetrical dial layout. Enhanced by refined detailing, it pays homage to the Maison’s early creations from 1996.

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Introducing Hautlence Releases The Linear Series 3 Red Passion

Expanding an icon with a bold red aesthetic

ByWaqt

23.03.2025

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Hautlence is known for creating distinctive timepieces, characterized by cases shaped like vintage televisions, setting it apart from other luxury watch brands. Established in 2004, the brand quickly gained widespread recognition for its bold and innovative designs. Since joining the "MELB Holding" group in 2012, alongside "H. Moser & Cie," the brand has significantly expanded its collections, blending traditional craftsmanship with technological innovation. Furthermore, Hautlence has stood out for its unique approach to displaying time, using unconventional mechanisms.

One of its most iconic releases is the Linear Series, which debuted in 2022, marking a new era for the indie brand and offering a fresh perspective on Hautlence's innovative approach to time display with its vertical retrograde jumping hour. As part of its participation in Watches & Wonders 2025, the brand is expanding this collection with the Linear Series 3 Red Passion, pushing this vision even further with its vibrant red aesthetic.

The watch features a stainless steel case with a mix of brushed and polished accents. It measures 43mm by 50.8mm, is 12.2mm thick, and offers 100m of water resistance. A red rubber ring on the crown subtly echoes the overall theme. The dial is protected by a sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating, and the caseback also features the same glass.

The skeletonized, rhodium-plated dial showcases a vertical retrograde jumping hour display on the left side, coated with Super-LumiNova, combined with a tinted sapphire crystal disc for the minutes. The Globolight (luminous ceramic) numerals and the red Zapon lacquer on the surface enhance the dial's visual appeal. Additionally, a one-minute flying tourbillon is displayed under a black bridge.

Powering the timepiece is the automatic D50 calibre, developed with a base from H. Moser & Cie. 's movement and a module from the Swiss manufacturer, Agenhor. It operates at a frequency of 21,600 vph (3Hz) and offers a 72-hour power reserve.

The watch comes with a red rubber strap and a stainless steel pin buckle. It is limited to just 28 pieces and is priced at CHF 63,000, approximately AED 261,800.

For more information, visit Hautlence’s official website.

Technical Specifications: Hautlence Linear Series 3 Red Passion

Case: Stainless steel, brushed and polished, sapphire crystal on both sides, Red rubber on the crown
Diameter: 43mm x 50.8mm
Thickness: 12.2mm
Water Resistance: 100 meters
Dial: Skeletonized, rhodium-plated, vertical retrograde jumping hour, tinted sapphire crystal minutes disc, Globolight luminous numerals, red Zapon lacquer, one-minute flying tourbillon
Movement: D50 calibre, automatic, (base by H. Moser & Cie., module by Agenhor)
Frequency: 21,600 vph (3Hz)
Power Reserve: 72 hours
Bracelet/Strap: Red rubber strap, stainless steel pin buckle
Availability: limited to 28 pieces
Price: CHF 63,000, approximately AED 261,800