Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Ulysse Nardin – DIVER X Skeleton Black Edition

 


Ulysse NardinDIVER X Skeleton Black Titanium / Black Carbonium® 44 Limited Edition - 2022

DIVER X SKELETON BLACK:
the most complex skeleton diving watch
comes back on track, black and yellow

Le Locle, June 22nd 2022 – Following the success of the DIVER X SKELETON in blue rapidly sold out upon its release in 2021, Ulysse Nardin relaunches 175 new pieces in black Carbonium® with an audacious choice of a flashy yellow rubber strap and a black R-STRAP made of upcycled fishing nets – Ulysse Nardin Diver X Skeleton Black. Already unveiled last November during the Dubai Watch Week in partnership with leading watch retailer Seddiqi, the technical marvel is back!

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This cutting-edge evolution of the existing Ulysse Nardin Diver X collection retains its sporty appeal while taking a radical step towards transparency. As the new hero watch of the Diver collection, the DIVER X SKELETON model is an explosive amalgamation of the design of a Diver and the technical prowess of the Blast collection. It is a volcanic bonding of beauty and brains. The Ulysse Nardin DIVER X SKELETON BLACK is designed to withstand the potential pressures that exist at depths of 200 meters and is equipped with a black Carbonium® concave unidirectional rotating bezel and domed sapphire glass.

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To bring the DIVER X SKELETON model to life, the engineering team has completely redesigned the UN-371 movement, which is visible through the 44 mm case. Originally designed for the Blast Skeleton collection, it has been improved with the addition of an oscillating weight in the shape of the Ulysse Nardin’s iconic “X”.  

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There is also a barrel cover placed at 12 o’clock in black Carbonium®, which is the same as the bezel. The hours, minutes, and seconds hands, as well as the indexes are coated with white or yellow-tinted Super-LumiNova®.

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The desire to keep the dial interface of the DIVER X SKELETON in the shape of the “X” was one of the most technical and complex developments ever undertaken by Ulysse Nardin. The hour indexes had to be secretly connected to the dial, so they appear to be floating. To achieve the sensation of depth, overlaid layers were used to emphasize the tiered construction of the central “X”. Different levels of finish were also employed to create a play of light, amplified by the transparency of the skeleton movement.

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The case, sandblasted on the sides with satin lugs, has been coated in black DLC. Yellow details, such as the hour markers and the internal lines of Ulysse Nardin’s signature “X” add vibrant explosions of colour and emphasize the model’s sports origins.

Carbonium®: aircraft fuselage on the wrist

On the bezel, Ulysse Nardin has used black Carbonium®, a material originally used on its FREAK X. Carbonium® is an extremely lightweight aerospace material and among the most robust and durable materials ever developed by scientists. It is made from the same fibres as those used for the fuselage and wings of contemporary aircraft.

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Because its manufacturing process involves using “waste” materials, it has a 40% lower environmental impact than other carbon. This high-performance material is created using a complex process which involves subjecting carbon fibres – which have a diameter of only 7 μm – to high pressure and temperature conditions. The process causes the fibres to form a pattern that is unique to each watch.

The Ulysse Nardin DIVER X SKELETON BLACK limited to 175 timepieces comes with both a yellow rubber strap and a black fabric R-strap made of upcycled polyamide from fishing nets. It is priced at 24’500 CHF.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model: DIVER X Skeleton Black Edition

 Reference 3723-170LE-2A-BLACK/3BLimited edition 175 timepieces

Movement
    Manufacture calibre UN-372
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   Skeleton automatic movement
    Functions Hours, minutes, seconds
    Extra-large Silicium oscillator
    Silicium escape wheel, anchor and balance spring
    171 components / 23 jewels
    3 Hz frequency/ 21,600 V/H oscillations
    Power reserve 72 hours
Dial
    Skeleton dial, X shape black PVD
    Black indexes and hands with Super-LumiNova®
Case
    Case/bezel Titanium black DLC sandblasted and satin finish-case
    Concave black Carbonium® unidirectional rotating bezel with a domed sapphire glass
    Case back Black DLC Titanium open case-back with sapphire crystal
    Diameter 44 mm
    Water resistance 200 m
Strap
    Black R-STRAP with scratch closing
    100% Recycled fishing nets from the Ocean Polyamide, YTT+®
    Yellow rubber strap with Ulysse Nardin black ceramic element at 6 o’clock and black ceramic and titanium deployant buckle

💰 Price   24’500 CHF / 23’300 EUR / 25’800 USD

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Press Release - 2022
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Marketing Department
Rue du Jardin 3
2400 Le Locle
Switzerland
T :+4132 930 74 00
F :+4132 930 74 21

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

ROGER DUBUIS – EXCALIBUR Black Ceramic Edition

    

ROGER DUBUISEXCALIBUR Monobalancier and Double Tourbillon Black Ceramic Limited Edition 2022

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ROGER DUBUIS BLACK CERAMIC
SAY HELLO TO THE NEW BLACK

Hyper expressive. Hyper mechanical. Hyper technical: Roger Dubuis introduces its first two masterpieces crafted from black ceramic. Daring to confront a material known for being exceptionally challenging to harness, the Maison proudly showcases the results of its extreme craftsmanship with radiant ceramic editions of the Excalibur Double Tourbillon and Excalibur Monobalancier. 

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At once hyper durable and hyper expressive, the striking ceramic cases prove the Maison’s determination to master advanced hyper materials, while showing what’s possible when you set out to reinvent a classic. Welcome to the new era of black.

CONQUERING CERAMIC

Demonstrating its technical and horological supremacy, Roger Dubuis’ ceramic is solidly black inside and out, four times harder than stainless steel. It is designed to keep up with the world’s most fearless trailblazers. No matter where the chase for the next thrill takes them, this is a material crafted to withstand their adventures – today, tomorrow, and all the days that follow.

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Though ceramic is used throughout the horological world already, Roger Dubuis’ ceramic timepieces stand out with a display of true prowess for a key reason: a refusal to compromise on the Maison’s signature shape. An undertaking not for the faint-hearted, achieving the exact design desired was only possible because the entire manufacturing process was overhauled. 

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This is unheard of within watchmaking, with any ceramic cases usually designed to fit to the material. Not for Roger Dubuis. Taking ceramic from raw form to the distinctive case it’s known for demanded remarkable talent, with the transformative grinding taking ten times as long as any other of its pieces. Only the boldest, most dedicated and skilled dare take on such a task.

Click, to see the large size. BIG FOTOThe process begins with a blend of powders made of Zirconia combined with 3% stabilising Yttrium that results in its hyper-resistant hardness. With commitment and dedication, the hyper-skilled engineers transform these powders first into a blank and then through a machining process six times lengthier than the standard. While essential, the subsequent sintering and heating takes up to 48 hours. Yet making a striking technical and aesthetic statement is always a must for any Roger Dubuis timepiece. 

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That’s why the final stage involves hand-finishing this immensely hard material, which demands extreme craftsmanship and meticulous care to conquer. The effort is worth it; not only is the case hyper-resistant to daily scratches, this step achieves the immutably bold black finish.

A DOUBLE TOURBILLON ADORNED BLACK

An obsession with designing the future of Hyper Horology™ led to the evolution of the enhanced Excalibur Double Tourbillon in 2021. Now, Roger Dubuis unveils its latest variation in radiant black ceramic.

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Housed within this new ceramic case, the RD108 calibre and its two signature tourbillons are a feat of enhanced precision and technical prowess. 
 
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Both tourbillons are rebuilt with lighter materials and an enhanced differential to maximise the transmission of energy. This ultimately optimises the power reserve to 72 hours – perfect for leaving it off over the weekend.

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Meanwhile, the calibre’s sense of transparency and 3D depth is heighted by the Roger Dubuis star levitating freely above the barrel. Clean cut lines on both the 45mm case and movement create its strong visual identity and give the impression of a thinner look and feel. 

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This dynamic aesthetic is amplified by its decorations, hand-finished with precision and rewarded with the Poinçon de Geneve; one of the most demanding signatures in fine watchmaking

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Hyper durable and expressive, the latest variation of the Excalibur Double Tourbillon debuts with a radiant black ceramic case, striking in its intensely high scratch-resistance. With just 28 available, a black calf-leather strap with versatile Quick Release System completes the spectacular aesthetic of this new all-black timepiece.

THE MUST-HAVE BLACK MONOBALANCIER

For Watches & Wonders 2022, Roger Dubuis introduced its enhanced Excalibur Monobalancier, completed with a series of mechanical and aesthetic improvements. But this was only the prelude to the main event. Now, the Maison proudly unveils the radiant black ceramic Excalibur Monobalancier.

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 For the bold, the brave, and those that crave new, hyper-tech material timepiece out there, this is the must-have Roger Dubuis. In fact, it is a must-have for any true Hyper Horology™ aficionado. From the escapement wheel to the anchor, the micro-rotor to the balance wheel inertia and pallet-stones. 

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The visionary engineers and watchmakers multiplied its technical enhancements in order to push the performance of the automatic RD 720SQ calibre to its maximum, increasing its power reserve to an impressive 72 hours. Reinterpreted with contemporary flair, the 42mm timepiece is designed with clean cut lines, fluted bezel, and sharp notches, while the signature star is reshaped to levitate freely above the barrel.

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A contemporary approach is further evident in the decorations amplifying its expressive nature, including highly contrasted decorations, such as sand blasted, satin brushed surfaces, and polished angles, all of which are certified by the prestigious Poinçon de Genève. An embossed black calf-leather strap featuring a patented Quick Release System ensures ultimate versatility while offering a perfect colour match for the new unmistakably black case.

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With a timepiece displaying hyper durability, expressiveness, and extreme craftsmanship, the new Excalibur Monobalancier black ceramic edition demonstrates the Maison’s ultimate mastery of the most contemporary and advanced technical materials. This is the timepiece of today.

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Having encased two of its iconic calibres in ceramic and shaping it into the distinctive form that defines the Maison’s timepieces, Roger Dubuis’ unrivalled mastery and fearlessness in taking on the most difficult challenges is once again solidified. The latest black ceramic masterpieces show the Maison not only shapes the future of horological design, it is the future of horological design. Because Roger Dubuis is and always will be the most exciting way to experience Hyper Horology™.

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The rush of adrenalin, a pounding heart, the sure and certain knowledge that something is about to happen: ENTER THE FUTURE OF HYPER HOROLOGY. Impertinent, excessive and slightly mad, this is Roger Dubuis
Solidly sustained by an integrated Manufacture, an innovative spirit, and a flagrant disregard for convention, this is what Roger Dubuis is all about! Laugh, scream, roar, and above all, create… for an exclusive tribe that believes in the philosophy of living larger than life at every turn. Inspired by other cutting-edge industries and out-of-the-box designs to prove, time and time again, that Roger Dubuis is unquestionably the most exciting way to experience Hyper Horology.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Collection: EXALIBUR

 Ref: RDDBEX0820 Limited edition 28 pieces

EXALIBUR Double Tourbillon 45mm Black Ceramic Edition

DESCRIPTION
• The skeleton calibres manufactured by Roger Dubuis in Geneva are the essence of the expressive singularity of the Excalibur collection. Complying with one of the most respected certifications of Haute Horlogerie, the Poinçon de Genève, the Excalibur watches are designed like contemporary works of art. Every single component being finished by hand, the watches are symbols of passion. The work of hyper-skilled craftsmen is at the forefront of each watch with a direct view on the creative mechanics making these pieces more alive than ever.
SPECIFIC HIGHLIGHTS
• The development of the Excalibur Original collection. A new calibre with improved performances: increased power reserve up to 72 hours thanks to tourbillon lower carriage made in titanium. Upper tourbillon carriage in cobalt chrome for better finishing: mirror polish. Both titanium and cobalt chrome are anti-magnetic. Improved durability thanks to new lube, more precise time indication thanks to a new differential.

Movement
Calibre  RD108SQ
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CALIBER:
Skeleton double flying tourbillon: manufactured in the Roger Dubuis workshop in Geneva. Re-engineered and improved performances with a power reserve of 72 hour, better resistance to magnetism thanks to tourbillon carriages made in titanium and cobalt-chrome. 
Two tourbillons linked with a differential directly connected to the second wheel of the gear train for a better transmission of the energy.  
 
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Poinçon de Genève
certified, one of the most demanding certifications in the world of Haute Horlogerie
Mechanical, manual winding
Functions: Hours, minutes and double flying tourbillon at 4 and 8 o’clock
Decorations: Shot-blasted, trued-up and circular-grained plate and bridges with NAC coating
Number of parts: 319 components
Jewels: 32 rubis
Diameter:
16 ¾’’’ 39.8
Thickness: 7.35 mm
Frequency:
2 x 3 Hz (21'600 vph)
Power-reserve: 72 hours

Poinçon de Genève certified
Case
Skeletonized, Ø45 mm, case
Black ceramic case and sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating Black titanium DLC open case back with sapphire crystal
Thickness: 14.4 mm
Sapphire crystal and anti-reflective treatment.
Water resistance: 10 BAR (100 m)
Dial
Grey double surface flange with engraved minute track and transfered texts, polished and Rhodium plated hour markers with SLN in the center
Hand:  Grey double surface flange with engraved minute track and transfered texts, polished and Rhodium plated hour markers with SLN in the center
Strap
Calf leather strap. Easily interchangeable with QRS - Quick Release System
Buckle: white gold cover set with diamonds, with titanium blades, triple folding.
Easily interchangeable with QRS - Quick Release System
Strap 
3D calf leather strap, interchangeable with Quick Release System - QR
Black DLC titanium cover, titanium blades, triple folding, interchangeable with Quick Release System - QRS


Limited edition 28 pieces 🔴 Price:  $ 277,500 (excl VAT)

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Collection: EXALIBUR

 Ref: RDDBEX0955

EXALIBUR Monobalancier 42mm Black Ceramic

DESCRIPTION
• The skeleton calibres manufactured by Roger Dubuis in Geneva are the essence of the expressive singularity of the Excalibur collection. Complying with one of the most respected certifications of Haute Horlogerie, the Poinçon de Genève, the Excalibur watches are designed like contemporary works of art. Every single component being finished by hand, the watches are symbols of passion. The work of hyper-skilled craftsmen is at the forefront of each watch with a direct view on the creative mechanics making these pieces more alive than ever.
SPECIFIC HIGHLIGHTS
• The new development of the Excalibur collection. A calibre with improved performances: increased power reserve up to 72 hours thanks to a new geartrain toothing and escapement optimization through its geometry. Improved durability thanks to new lube, and increased precision thanks to 4hz frequency. The case is made of ceramic. The latter has the same finishings than a gold case, involving the hands of highly-skilled watchmakers. 

Movement
Calibre  RD720SQ 
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MOVEMENT ENERGY:
Automatic, self-winding
COMPLICATION: Monobalancier 
CALIBER: A calibre with improved performances: increased power reserve up to 72 hours thanks to a new geartrain toothing and escapement optimization through its geometry. Improved durability thanks to new lube, and increased precision thanks to 4hz frequency.
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FINISHING:
Shot-blasted and trued-up main plate and bridges with NAC
FUNCTIONS: Hours, minutes
FREQUENCY: 4 Hz / 28’800 Vibrations per Hour
POWER RESERVE: 72Hours
DIAMETER LINES: 16 3/4
THICKNESS: 5.95 Millimeters
NUMBER OF PIECES: 178
NUMBER OF RUBIS: 32
Case
Ceramic case / Ceramic bezel / Ceramic crown
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Titanium DLC open case back with sapphire crystal
DIAMETER: 42 Millimeters
WATER RESISTANCE: 10 BAR (100m)
Dial
Black double surface flange with engraved minute track and transferred texts, polished and Grey hour markers with SLN in the center
Hands
Triple surface hands in white gold 750/1000 with satin brushed finish on the tilted surfaces – shot-blasted finish on the flat grey surface, SLN tips
Strap
Black 3D calf leather strap, interchangeable with Quick Release System QRS
Buckle
Black DLC titanium cover with titanium blades, triple folding, interchangeable with Quick Release System -QRS
Roger Dubuis Excalibur Black Ceramic

🔴 Price:  $ 66,500 (excl VAT) 


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Press Manager
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Email: pauline.sizorn@rogerdubuis.com
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