Roger Dubuis Unveils The Knights Of The Round Table Omniscient Merlin Edition
Roger Dubuis once again transports collectors into the legendary world of Camelot with the newest Knights of the Round Table watch, the Omniscient Merlin Edition. This exceptional timepiece draws on the mystical allure of Merlin the Magician and showcases Roger Dubuis’ commitment to high-art horology with its 12 rose-gold knights, each posed in an action stance around the dial as if preparing for battle. Inspired by Northern Ireland’s breathtaking Giant’s Causeway—a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its 40,000 interlocking basalt columns—the dial scene represents a magical landscape steeped in myth.
Crafted on a solid rose gold base with intricate hexagon carvings, the dial’s background is meticulously created. It features hand-applied blocks of basalt, rose gold, black Murano-style glass, and transparent glass, each set at varying angles and elevations to replicate the famous Causeway. Each knight on the dial, sculpted in rose gold, stands at each hour marker, encircling the legendary terrain. Completing the dial’s exquisite design, Roger Dubuis uses matching rose-gold indices, a black chapter ring with the brand name positioned at noon, and two skeletonized gold hands to keep the focus on the grand scene.
This limited-edition timepiece is encased in a signature Roger Dubuis Excalibur case, boasting a robust 45mm diameter and 16.87mm thickness in rose gold. The design elements such as a notched bezel, triple-lug architecture, a crown at 3 o’clock with sculpted guards, and dual sapphire crystals provide an impressive exterior while retaining 30 meters of water resistance.
Inside beats the Roger Dubuis Caliber RD821 automatic movement, crafted with 172 components and 33 jewels, delivering precision with 28,800 Vph and a 48-hour power reserve. The skeletonized 360º rotor, reminiscent of medieval stained glass windows, adds a distinctive element to this masterful movement.
Paired with a luxurious black calfskin leather strap and secured by a pink gold triple folding clasp, the Omniscient Merlin Edition is limited to only 28 pieces worldwide. This exclusive Roger Dubuis watch is priced at €376,000, embodying the fusion of myth, art, and technical expertise that defines the Knights of the Round Table collection.
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General Specifications:
Brand: Roger Dubuis
Model: Knights of the Round Table Omniscient Merlin edition
Reference: RDDBEX1094
Dial: Pink gold base plate with a black PVD coating
Case Material: Pink Gold
Case Dimensions: 45 mm Diameter, 16.87 mm thickness
Crystal: Sapphire glass
Case Back: Sapphire glass
Water Resistance: 30 Meters
Strap: Black calfskin leather strap with a pink gold triple folding clasp
Calibre: RD821
Functions: Hours, minutes
Winding: Automatic
Frequency: 4 Hz (28,800 Vph)
Jewels: 33
Parts: 172
Power Reserve: 48 Hours
Price: € 376,000
Availability: Now
Limited Edition: Yes, 28 pieces