Roger Dubuis Excalibur Quatuor Carbon
If you are one for over-the-top haute horlogerie watchmaking, then Roger Dubuis needs no introduction. The brand’s watches are loud, bold, daring and a perfect fit for someone looking to make a statement of that same personality. The Excalibur Quatuor Carbon goes down that exact vein by offering four sprung balances, set at 45° angles and all extremely visible from the dial. Forget the telling of time as these four oscillating balance wheels is destined to steal your attention.
Of course, the Quator movement is not exactly new as it was unveiled back in 2013. However, the movement remains one of the most innovative calibres of the 21st century and is the result of seven years of R&D. What’s new with the Excalibur Quatuor Carbon is the fact that this stunning watch is clad in a case that is made from a disruptive multi-layer carbon. Yes, the dark colour scheme is definitely pleasing to the eye but what’s even more amazing is the watch is now 60 per cent lighter than the gold variant.
It’s quite a rare experience to see something that looks so incredibly complicated and yet be extremely surprised at how light it all is when you pick it up. And this weight, or lack thereof, will translate to extreme comfort on the wrist, to the point that you sometimes forget it’s there.
