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The steel Excalibur Biretrograde Calendar
When I reviewed the Rose Gold version of the Excalibur Biretrograde Calendar, I explained why I found it interesting despite the mixed feelings it inspired in me.
I like the biretrograde complication and the bold design of the Excalibur case, even if it isn't the style I naturally gravitate towards.
The case measures 40 x 11.25 mm.
I like the notched bezel.
The watch is powered by automatic caliber RD480.
The bracelet features a push-button butterfly clasp, but no micro-adjustment system.
The bracelet also features an integrated quick-release system and the watch comes with an additional rubber strap.
credit: Watch Collecting Lifestyle & Fratello
So, mixed feelings again for me, but I thought this watch deserved a review here nonetheless.
I feel the same way about this new steel version, ref. DBEX1209.
I'm not fond of the openwork aesthetic...
... and I regret the lack of sharp angles on the bridges for the bi-retrograde mechanism.
Also, I would prefer the calendar to be perpetual, even if it would increase significantly the price, which is already too high, imo.
That said, I think Roger Dubuis deserves credit for having designed a watch which has its own unique aesthetic identity.
I'm not fond of the openwork aesthetic...
... and I regret the lack of sharp angles on the bridges for the bi-retrograde mechanism.
Also, I would prefer the calendar to be perpetual, even if it would increase significantly the price, which is already too high, imo.
That said, I think Roger Dubuis deserves credit for having designed a watch which has its own unique aesthetic identity.
I like the biretrograde complication and the bold design of the Excalibur case, even if it isn't the style I naturally gravitate towards.
The case measures 40 x 11.25 mm.
I like the notched bezel.
The watch is powered by automatic caliber RD480.
It is finished to Geneva Seal standards and bears the traditional sentence in French: “C’est une montre actuelle, inspirée mais pas soumise au passé, qui se projette dans un futur qui nous appartient”.
Which means: “This is a watch of today, inspired by but not bound to the past, which looks ahead to a future that belongs to us”.
The bracelet features a push-button butterfly clasp, but no micro-adjustment system.
The bracelet also features an integrated quick-release system and the watch comes with an additional rubber strap.
credit: Watch Collecting Lifestyle & Fratello
And I would be very interested in knowing your own thoughts and reactions.
Thanks for reading.
Best, Emmanuel
I'm glad you like it and the photos.
This watch is overpriced, imo, unfortunately.
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel
Thanks Emmanuel.
It looks an interesting watch, and as you say, it’s good that RD have produced a unique design and not another Genta-esque design.
From the pictures it looks like the time will be difficult to read when the hands are over the calendar sections.
I definitely prefer the perpetual calendars you have previously shown.
All the best,
Jon
Thanks for showing this unique watch. I am not sure I could get use to its interpretion and certainly not it’s price.
The price is really excessive, yes.
As for the design, I’d be interested to try it on to get a good sense of how it feels and wears.
Best, Emmanuel
Best, Emmanuel