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 The French Independent Brand Baltic Unveils the Prismic Collection

Four contemporary versions in the spirit of the beautiful time

ByWaqt

16.02.2024

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Baltic, a French independent watch brand, has gained recognition for its vintage-inspired watches, characterized by elegant designs and exceptional craftsmanship offered at reasonable prices. Established in 2016 by the former photographer Etienne Malec, Baltic endeavors to present simple timepieces amidst the evolving realm of horology.

Now, the brand unveils the Baltic Prismic collection, inspired by geometric shapes and luminous refractions of the Prism, and the aesthetics of “cocktail” watches (ladies watches). This new collection offers four releases in a grained finished grade 5 titanium case, with stainless steel bezel, lugs and caseback. The case boasts a brushed, and polished finish, exuding both durability and refinement, measuring 36mm in diameter and 9.2mm in thickness. Protecting the dial is a double domed sapphire crystal with anti reflective coating.

Speaking of the dial, it represents the brand’s take on a modern dress timepiece, the dial is offered in green, salmon, purple, or blue-gray. Adorning the guilloché dial is a brushed section, embellished with applied indexes that are polished. Positioned at the 6 o'clock is a small seconds sub-dial featuring a textured surface, encircled by a brushed steel border. Time is elegantly indicated by dauphine hands, adding to the watch's allure.

The watch's caseback features a sapphire crystal, providing a clear view of the Peseux 7001 caliber, a mechanical movement crafted by the Swiss ETA manufacturer. This movement operates at a frequency of 21,600 vph (3Hz) and boasts a generous power reserve of 42 hours.

The Baltic Prismic offers a choice between a braided "mesh" stainless steel bracelet or a leather strap with a pin buckle. Both options feature a quick-release system, facilitating effortless customization and versatility. Each watch of this collection is priced at EUR 990 which is equivalent to AED 4,000 for the leather strap option, or EUR 1,050 which is equivalent to AED 4,200 for the steel mesh bracelet option.

For more information please visit Baltic’s official website.

Technical specifications: Baltic Prismic collection

Case: grained finished grade 5 titanium case, brushed and polished, stainless steel (bezel, lugs and caseback), double domed sapphire crystal with anti reflective coating, sapphire crystal case back
Diameter: 36 mm
Height: 9.2mm
Water resistance: 30 m
Dial: green, salmon, purple, or blue-gray, guilloché pattern, brushed section, polished applied indexes, small seconds sub-dial with a textured surface positioned at the 6 o'clock encircled by a brushed steel border, dauphine hands
Movement: Peseux 7001 caliber, mechanical movement, crafted by the Swiss ETA, 21 jewels
Power reserve: 42 hours
Frequency: 21,600 vph (3 Hz)
Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds
Bracelet / Strap: Either a braided "mesh" stainless steel bracelet or a leather strap with a pin buckle, Both options feature a quick-release system
Availability: permanent line
Price: EUR 990 which is equivalent to AED 4,000 for the leather strap option, or EUR 1,050 which is equivalent to AED 4,200 for the steel mesh bracelet option