Roger Dubuis
When the Roger Dubuis brand launched, it represented somewhat of a disruption of traditional watchmaking. The company, which was initially called Sogem SA (Société Genevoise des Montres), breathed fresh life into the industry with its unconventional dimensions and complications. Roger Dubuis watches combine masterful engineering with bold and daring designs for modern times. It's all about extravagance.
Designers Roger Dubuis and Carlos Dias founded the Roger Dubuis company. Dubuis was a jewelry designer whose career began in the 1950s. He worked at Longines and later, he gained a sterling reputation within the watchmaking industry while working for Patek Philippe for two decades. He established his own jewelry house in 1980. Dias, who worked as a designer for watchmaker Franck Muller, joined Dubuis to launch their own brand in 1995. Four years later, the Roger Dubuis company produced its inaugural in-house movements.
Thanks to its early success, by 2001, the company constructed a manufacturing facility in Geneva. Inside, Roger Dubuis watchmakers utilize cutting-edge technology as well as time-tested traditional watchmaking techniques to create captivating timepieces for a new generation. In 2005, the company launched its most iconic collection to date: Excalibur, featuring the Knights of the Round Table inside the watch face.
From 2011 to 2015, Roger Dubuis introduced a series of standout designs including the Quatuor RD101, the company's first watch with four sprung balances and five differentials to help account for the earth's gravity. In 2017, Roger Dubuis partnered with Pirelli and Lamborghini to release two luxury race car-inspired timepieces: the Excalibur Spider Pirelli and the Excalibur Aventador S.
A limited number of the industry’s most revered watchmaking houses, including Vacheron Constantin, Roger Dubuis, Chopard and Cartier, have facilities in Geneva and consistently submit watches for the Geneva Seal. However, not all Geneva-based companies choose to apply for the seal, and even among brands like the ones above, not all references are submitted. Though 20 million Swiss watches are manufactured every year, just 24,000 carry the seal, according to the Roger Dubuis website.
Roger Dubuis introduced two new watch designs at Watches & Wonders 2022, the Excalibur Monobalancier and the Knights of the Round Table Monotourbillon. Also, in 2022, the company partnered with the Goodwood Festival of Speed and marked the collaboration with the racetrack-inspired Excalibur Spider Huracán watch. Roger Dubuis is now part of the Richemont Group.
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- Who owns a Roger Dubuis?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Richemont group owns Roger Dubuis as of January 2022. The Swiss holding company purchased the luxury Swiss watchmaker in 2008. It also owns Cartier, Montblanc and a number of other well-known brands. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Roger Dubuis jewelry and watches.
- Is Roger Dubuis worth buying?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Many watch lovers believe that Roger Dubuis is worth buying. When the luxury brand launched, it represented somewhat of a disruption of traditional watchmaking. The company, which was initially called Sogem SA (Société Genevoise des Montres), breathed fresh life into the industry with its unconventional dimensions and complications. Roger Dubuis watches combine masterful engineering with bold and daring designs for modern times. It's all about extravagance. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Roger Dubuis watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Roger Dubuis watches and other watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024There are a few reasons why Roger Dubuis watches are so expensive. For one thing, the Swiss watchmaker invests heavily in research and development, which has allowed it to introduce some truly innovative timepieces over the years. From 2011 to 2015, Roger Dubuis introduced a series of standout designs, including the Quatuor RD101, the company's first watch with four sprung balances and five differentials to help account for the earth's gravity. In 2017, Roger Dubuis partnered with Pirelli and Lamborghini to release two luxury race car-inspired timepieces: the Excalibur Spider Pirelli and the Excalibur Aventador S. In addition to having unique designs, Roger Dubuis watches feature luxury materials, such as rose gold, cobalt and titanium. Due to their painstaking details, the timepieces take 350 to 720 hours to build from start to finish. As a result, Roger Dubuis generally produces only 24,000 watches per year on average. Demand often exceeds supply, contributing to the price. Explore a range of Roger Dubuis watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024How many Roger Dubuis watches are made each year is unknown. Some experts put their annual production at around 5,000 pieces, while others believe it may be as low as 1,500. One thing is for certain: Roger Dubuis prioritizes quality over quantity. Roger Dubuis watchmakers utilize cutting-edge technology as well as time-tested traditional watchmaking techniques to create captivating timepieces for a new generation. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Roger Dubuis watches.