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On their latest celestial voyage, Roger Dubuis and Dr. Woo combine forces to launch the 3rd episode in their Excalibur watchmaking odyssey. This time, the journey goes on a galactic peace mission, finding inspiration in the unimaginable depths of space, and transporting the Maison and the iconic tattoo artist to a new dimension of innovation and creativity.
Introducing the Excalibur Monotourbillon Dr. Woo Episode III
Having developed his own distinctive single needle style, Dr. Woo has elevated the art of tattooing with complexity and sophistication. This has made the partnership with Roger Dubuis all the more authentic. Both sides share a passion for expressivity and both have earned a reputation for design exploration, where traditions are reinterpreted through modern techniques and signature aesthetics.
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“I love that Roger Dubuis does watchmaking in its own way. That flair for individuality is how I approach my own work and it’s where we find common ground.” – Dr. Woo.
The Journey So Far
The original collaboration between Roger Dubuis and Dr. Woo began in 2021. Taking off on a philosophical space flight, the tattoo artist brought his famous talents to the surfaces of the Excalibur Monotourbillon, fostering the message that “time is our most valuable asset.”
In 2023, the cosmic expression continued through a new Excalibur Monobalancier, cased in ceramic and detailed with a stunning interpretation of the sun, Earth, and moon. At its heart, this watch contemplated the way that time moves in our galaxy.
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“I’m always inspired by discovery. In this new creation, we’re not only exploring the endless expanse of space, but also looking inward at our own artistic and watchmaking capabilities.” - Dr. Woo.
Galactic Inspiration
For this third episode, Roger Dubuis and Dr. Woo travelled 31 million light years into space, finding inspiration in a distant realm known as the “Tourbillon Galaxy.” Also named Messier 51a, or the Whirlpool Galaxy, this spiralling formation was photographed by the James Webb Telescope in August 2023, revealing its striking arms that serve the important purpose of star-formation factories, creating clusters of new stars.
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The Spaceship Comes in Peace
The Dr. Woo spaceship began its journey in the first timepiece in 2021. Now an essential mark of the Roger Dubuis collaboration, it appears again in this edition on the top surface of the watch’s sapphire crystal.
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The discovery doesn’t end there. At 10 o’clock, the signature Dr. Woo spider is delicately placed, created from laser engraving and then filled with black ink – a subtle nod to the artist’s tattoo style.
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Through the Corridors of Time
Indeed, the metallized nebulas are a starting point for discovery. To bring the wearer to the impressively distant Tourbillon Galaxy, the corridors of time must be crossed.
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Note also the meaningful wording that surrounds the caseback, destined for a faraway lifeform on the other side of space: “Let’s work together to uncover the mysteries of the cosmos and unlock the secrets of the universe. To whoever finds this message, know that we are seekers of knowledge and explorers of the unknown.”
A Tourbillon Transformed
The manufacture’s calibre RD515 features the revered tourbillon, a mechanism that highlights the horological expertise of Roger Dubuis. Signature details, such as a flying tourbillon positioned at 7 o'clock are seen in this movement.
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The Cosmos in Motion
At 1 o’clock, the complexities of space are expressed once more. The circular barrel cover has been given a matte-black background, with additional transfers in pink gold representing the planets, rings, and nebulae within a distant galaxy.
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Bi-colour Materials and Mysteries
To frame all of the inspirational details within this Excalibur timepiece, Roger Dubuis has used the rare bi-colour combination of 18K pink gold and titanium. These materials are featured in the 42mm case, as well as the bracelet with its Quick Release System, offering the benefits of prestige, resilience, and light weight.
Rarity on the Wrist
The Excalibur Monotourbillon Dr. Woo Episode III is a special example of what Roger Dubuis brings to the world of horology today. Not only a dynamic execution of high watchmaking, but also a theatrical delivery of storytelling and art.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Collection: EXALIBUR
Model: EXALIBUR Monotourbillon Dr. Woo Episode III 42 mm
Edition limited to 28 pieces
Boutique exclusive
Poinçon de Genève certified
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Reference: RDDBEX1125
SPECIFIC HIGHLIGHTS
- The epitome chapter of our collaboration with the great graphic artist, Dr Woo, exploring new horizons around a black hole that sucks us into the unknown.
- A new two-tone housing with a titanium and pink gold case and bracelet
MOVEMENT
Calibr RD515
Complication: Skeleton, Flying Monotourbillon with a specific vortex like cage
Movement energy: Manual-winding
Finishes:The Manufacture skillfully crafts 16 distinct finishes in-house on this RD512, including those tailored for the Poinçon de Genève certification. These finishes are meticulously applied to every surface of every single component of every calibre, creating a captivating interplay of matte and polished surfaces. This meticulous process enhances the play of light, that has become the hallmark of Geneva Haute Horlogerie.
Frequency: 3 Hz / 21’600 Vibrations per Hour
Power reserve: 72 Hours
Diameter lines: 16
Thickness: 6.9 Millimeters
Number of pieces: 194
Number of rubis: 19
CASE
Titanium case with open case back Sapphire crystal
Pink Gold 750/1000 bezel and case back
Diameter: 42 Millimeters
Thcikness: 12.62 Millimeters
Water Resistance: 10 BAR (100m)
DIAL
Rhodium plated double surface flange, satin-brushed, with transferred texts, polished and
Pink gold-plated hour markers with black SLN in the center
Metallized sapphire glass in pink gold
Decorative 3D black hole and specific solar system like barrel cover
HAND
Triple surface hands in White gold 750/1000 with satin brushed finish on the tilted surfaces and shotblasted finish on the flat surface, Black SLN tips.
QRS BRACELET
Interchangeable, Titanium and Pink Gold 750/1000 bracelet with a triple folding buckle
🔴 Price : CHF 166,000 / EUR 186,000 (excl VAT) 💰
🔰 limited edition of 28 pieces - ❱❱❱ Boutique Exclusive
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