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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Pavé

Pavé

which is a French term involves the setting of small gemstones onto the surfaces of watch components in a uniform and consistent manner, creating a beautiful and dazzling pattern.

The Pavé technique is characterized by the precise and even placement of small gemstones, such as diamonds, emeralds, or sapphires, on the surface of the watch. It is widely used in the production of luxury watches, whether for fully decorating the watch case or for embellishing certain subparts such as the dial and bracelet. The small gemstones used in this technique are meticulously arranged according to their size and shape to perfectly complement the overall design of the watch.