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As a Roger Dubuis watch enthusiast, I've always dreamed of owning an Excalibur. While today's models are visually complex, some older, more accessible references perfectly match what I was looking for. This is the case with this micro-rotor watch bearing the Geneva Seal, which, despite its 42mm diameter and distinctive look, remains perfectly wearable thanks to its slim profile and integrated strap.

The most accessible of the knights' watches

The Aquastar Deepstar chronograph is a modern watch that incorporates the codes of a historic, not to say legendary, model. A brand made famous by many diving professionals, Cousteau is probably the one who most puts these tool watches in the spotlight.

What I love about this Deepstar is above all its Big Eye, which serves as a timer. It contributes to the look of the watch and allows for a clear reading of elapsed time. This larger version, larger than the vintage models, is inspired by both ancient times and current trends. The result: a professional diving watch with a stunning look that perpetuates a kind of legend.

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Recently recovered, this Direnzo Mondial DRZ04 automatic watch is an original alternative to Tissot PRX and other Citizen Tsuyosa watches.
Obviously we find the currently popular features: integrated bracelet, screw-down crown, automatic caliber and colored dial.

This version sports a turquoise blue dial that surfs on the hype of so-called Tiffany Blue watches.

Among the many emerging micro brands, Direnzo is making its place in a competitive segment and I understand why the watches are selling quickly. On the wrist the watch sits great thanks to its low thickness and its flexible articulated bracelet.

The price can be a deterrent because the Direnzo Mondial costs more than other models, but that's the price of originality.

The chic sports watch with many details

The Casio Oceanus OCW-S6000 watch is among the top of the range offered by Casio. Little known in France, this watch seduces with its features (bluetooth, multiband6, tough solar, ...) while benefiting from specifications that are only found in the big names: finesse, polishing, mass distribution, precision, materials.

In addition to being exclusive, its very "KAWAI" look does not leave you indifferent. Its low thickness (8mm) and its weight (lightened thanks to titanium) are surprising.. Top of the range of the top of the range from Casio, this unpretentious watch has little to envy the Swiss competition.

Perfect mix of technology, elegance and watchmaking

Founded in 1995 in Geneva by the eponymous watchmaker Roger Dubuis and the designer Carlos Dias, the Swiss brand Roger Dubuis has quickly established itself in the world of fine watchmaking thanks to its daring creations and its exceptional know-how. Combining traditional expertise and avant-garde design, the house offers luxury watches that push the boundaries of watchmaking innovation.
<h3 dir="ltr">Origins and History</h3>
Before creating his own brand, Roger Dubuis spent 14 years in the complications department of <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/patek_philippe">Patek Philippe</a>, where he refined his expertise in precision watchmaking. In 1980, he opened his own workshop, producing complications for various watchmaking houses. His meeting with Carlos Dias, then designer at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/franck_muller">Franck Muller</a>, led to the founding of the Roger Dubuis factory in 1995.
From its beginnings, the brand has distinguished itself by its ability to produce all of its complex mechanical movements in-house, thus guaranteeing total control of the production chain. In 1999, the manufacture unveiled its first movements entirely designed and developed in-house. That same year, Roger Dubuis models received the prestigious Geneva hallmark, ultimate certification guaranteeing the quality and Geneva origin of the watches. The brand thus becomes one of the youngest to obtain this distinction. In 2001, the factory moved to Meyrin, on the outskirts of Geneva, in an avant-garde building housing integrated production and administration.
In 2008, the group Richemont acquires majority stake in the company, thus strengthening its position in the global luxury market. Roger Dubuis, the co-founder, died in October 2017, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the watch industry.
<h3 dir="ltr">Iconic Collections</h3>
Among the brand's flagship collections, we find:
Roger Dubuis Excalibur : Launched in 2005, this collection embodies the essence of Roger Dubuis with its architectural lines and skeletonized movements. Excalibur models are distinguished by their oversized cases, imposing crowns and stylized Roman numerals.
Roger Dubuis Velvet : Aimed at female customers, the Velvet collection combines elegance and sophistication. The watches feature contemporary designs with refined cases and dials adorned with precious details.
Roger Dubuis Knights of the Round Table : This unique series is inspired by Arthurian legend, incorporating miniature representations of knights around the dial. Each piece is a work of art, combining watchmaking know-how and mythological inspiration.
Roger Dubuis Hyper Watches : For collectors eager for exceptional watches, this collection pushes the boundaries of design and technique, offering pieces with sophisticated complications and innovative materials.
<h3 dir="ltr">Innovation and Know-How</h3>
The Roger Dubuis manufacture is recognized for its mastery of watchmaking complications and its commitment to innovation. It has designed and developed more than 30 exclusive mechanical movements, including flying tourbillons and double balance calibers. Each component is manufactured in-house, ensuring rigorous quality control at every stage of production. Roger Dubuis watches often feature skeletonized movements, revealing the mechanical complexity and artisanal know-how of the house. The systematic obtaining of &ldquo;Poin&ccedil;on de Gen&egrave;ve&rdquo; for all of its creations testifies to the excellence and authenticity of the brand.
<h3 dir="ltr">Partnerships and Collaborations</h3>
Since 2017, Roger Dubuis has established partnerships with major players in motorsport, including Lamborghini Team Corse And Pirelli. These collaborations gave birth to watches inspired by the world of racing, incorporating materials and designs evoking performance and speed. For example, some pieces incorporate elements of race-winning Pirelli tires, providing a tangible connection to the world of motorsport.
<h3 dir="ltr">Commitment to Exclusivity</h3>
Faithful to its philosophy of exclusivity, Roger Dubuis often produces limited series, guaranteeing its customers rare and unique pieces. This approach reinforces the prestigious character of the brand and ensures that its collectors own truly exceptional watches.
<h3 dir="ltr">Conclusion</h3>
In just over two decades, Roger Dubuis has forged a strong identity in the landscape of fine watchmaking. Thanks to a combination of traditional know-how, bold innovation and prestigious collaborations, the brand continues to seduce lovers of exceptional watches around the world.
(Updated February 2025)

La marque&nbsp;Serica a &eacute;t&eacute; cr&eacute;&eacute;e en 2019 par J&eacute;r&ocirc;me Burget et 3 amis &agrave; Paris, en France. Le nom Serica vient d'une r&eacute;gion perdue au bout de l'Extr&ecirc;me-Orient que les Grecs et les Romains avaient baptis&eacute;e ainsi. Ce lieu fait &eacute;cho &agrave; la gen&egrave;se de la marque, qui vise &agrave; concevoir des montres m&eacute;caniques de qualit&eacute; au style n&eacute;or&eacute;tro, pr&ecirc;tes &agrave; vous suivre aux confins du monde.
La gamme comprend des montres telles que la <a title="Page Serica 4512" href="https://www.dialicious.com/serica/4512">Serica 4512</a>, la <a title="Page Serica 5303" href="https://www.dialicious.com/serica/5303">Serica 5303</a> et la <a title="Page Serica 8315 GMT Chronom&egrave;tre" href="https://www.dialicious.com/serica/8315">Serica 8315</a>. L'une des particularit&eacute;s de cette marque est que son nom n'appara&icirc;t nulle part sur le cadran, afin de pousser le passionn&eacute; &agrave; acheter un design, des finitions et des proportions, et pas seulement un nom. En juillet 2023, Serica a lanc&eacute; la Serica 5303 COSC une version chronom&egrave;tre certifi&eacute;e par le Contr&ocirc;le Officiel Suisse des Chronom&egrave;tres.
Leur avant-dernier mod&egrave;le est la <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/serica/6190">Serica 6190</a> surfant sur les bases de la 1&egrave;re r&eacute;f&eacute;rence de la marque, la Serica 4512. Cette 6190 &eacute;pouse les codes stylistiques de la marque, des anses lyres, un choix de cadrans diff&eacute;rents et la possibilit&eacute; de choisir la position de la couronne &agrave; 3 heures ou en mode "Destro" &agrave; 9 heures. Cette Serica 6190 est &eacute;quip&eacute; du calibre Soprod M100 certifi&eacute; COSC (Contr&ocirc;le Officiel Suisse des Chronom&egrave;tres) &agrave; l'intar des productions actuelles des autres mod&egrave;les 5303 et 8315.&nbsp;
Depuis le 21 novembre 2024, Serica propose une nouvelle collection tr&egrave;s audacieuse...&nbsp;Une montre habill&eacute;e sortant des sentiers battus nomm&eacute;e "Parade" sous la r&eacute;f&eacute;rence 1174. Ces 4 chiffres, comme toutes les autres r&eacute;f&eacute;rences Serica, propose une symbolique issue du nombre d'or ou divines proportions dont le ratio entre la longeur et la largeur sont de 1,174... Une nouveaut&eacute; propos&eacute;e en pr&eacute;-commande &agrave; 1,490 &euro; pour une livraison pr&eacute;vue en Mars 2025...
<h2>Quel est le prix d'une montre Serica ?</h2>
Les prix des montres Serica &eacute;voluent et diff&eacute;rent selon les mod&egrave;les. La plupart co&ucirc;tent entre 990 &euro; et 1,890 &euro; selon les mod&egrave;les et finitions. Le mod&egrave;le GMT de la marque, Serica 8315 GMT Chronom&egrave;tre co&ucirc;te 1,890 &euro; tandis que le dernier mod&egrave;le lanc&eacute; par Serica, la r&eacute;f&eacute;rence <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/serica/6190">6190</a> est propos&eacute;e &agrave; 990 &euro;.
Serica est ind&eacute;pendante et produit environ 5,000 montres par an, tous mod&egrave;les confondus. Serica fait partie du <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/top/les_meilleures_marques_de_montres_francaises">Top 10 des marques de montres fran&ccedil;aises les plus populaires</a>, ainsi que du <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/top/les_meilleures_micro_marques_de_montres">Classement des meilleures micro-marques de montres</a>. Pour choisir le mod&egrave;le Serica qui vous correspond le mieux,&nbsp;les avis clients Dialicious sont une ressource essentielle pour &eacute;valuer les diff&eacute;rents mod&egrave;les &agrave; travers l'exp&eacute;rience r&eacute;elle des clients
(Mise &agrave; jour Novembre 2024)

The brand Serica was created in 2019 by J&eacute;r&ocirc;me Burget and 3 friends in Paris, France. The name Serica comes from a lost region at the end of the Far East that the Greeks and Romans named it like this. This place echoes the genesis of the brand, which aims to design quality mechanical watches in a neo-retro style, ready to follow you to the ends of the world.
The range includes watches such as the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/4512">Serica 4512</a>, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/5303">Serica 5303</a> and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/8315">Serica 8315</a>. One of the particularities of this brand is that its name does not appear anywhere on the dial, in order to encourage the enthusiast to buy a design, finishes and proportions, and not just a name. In July 2023, Serica launched the Serica 5303 COSC, a chronometer version certified by the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute.
The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/6190">Serica 6190</a> surfing on the bases of the brand's first reference, the Serica 4512. This 6190 follows the stylistic codes of the brand, lyre lugs, a choice of different dials and the possibility of choosing the position of the crown at 3 o'clock or at &ldquo;Destro&rdquo; mode at 9 o&rsquo;clock. This Serica 6190 is powered with the Soprod M100 caliber COSC (Official Swiss Chronometer Certification) certified, like the current productions of the other 5303 and 8315 models.&nbsp;
Since November 21, 2024, Serica has been offering a very daring new collection... A dress watch off the beaten track called &ldquo;Parade&rdquo; under the reference 1174. These 4 figures, like all other Serica references, offer a symbolism derived from the golden number or divine proportions whose ratio between length and width is 1.174... A novelty offered for pre-order at &euro; 1,490 for one delivery planned for March 2025...
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does a Serica watch cost?</h2>
The prices of Serica watches change and differ depending on the model. Most cost between &euro; 990 and &euro; 1,890 depending on the models and finishes. The brand's GMT model, Serica 8315 GMT Chronometer costs &euro; 1,890 while the latest model launched by Serica, the reference&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/6190">6190</a> is offered to &euro; 990.
Serica is independent and produces around 5,000 watches per year, all models combined. Serica is part of the&nbsp;<a href="https://preprod.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_french_watch_brands">Top 10 most popular French watch brands</a>, as well as&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_micro_watch_brands">ranking the best micro watch brands</a>. To choose the Serica model that best suits you, <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/5303">Serica 5303 reviews</a>, <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/4512">Serica 4512 reviews</a>, <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/6190">Serica 6190 reviews</a> or <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/serica/8315">Serica 8315 reviews</a> are an #1 resource for evaluating different models through real customer experience.
(Updated December 2025)

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Roger Dubuis Excalibur 42 is a model launched in 2008, conceived as a more wearable interpretation of the Excalibur aesthetic while keeping what makes it instantly recognisable: a sculptural presence, direct readability, and a strongly identifiable case design. Depending on the period and the variant, the Excalibur 42 has existed as a more dress-oriented &ldquo;classic&rdquo; watch, as a chronograph, and as more expressive interpretations (skeletonised executions, contemporary materials, light-driven concepts), with a constant idea: a sporty watch in terms of wear and attitude, yet designed to remain credible in everyday life, from the office to the evening.
<h3>Design &amp; readability: the model&rsquo;s identity</h3>
The Excalibur 42 is first recognised by its taut case shape and fluted bezel, framed by the collection&rsquo;s three signature attachments that structure the whole and give the impression of an object &ldquo;carved&rdquo; rather than simply drawn. The dial varies widely across generations: some show almost classical restraint (applied markers, small seconds), while others embrace transparency and architecture (visible bridges, star-like motifs, mechanical depth). In all cases, the hands are deliberately assertive and the minute scale remains readable, so the visual identity stays strong without sacrificing an instant read of the time.
For a non-specialist audience, the key point is that &ldquo;Excalibur 42&rdquo; is not one fixed watch, but a family whose size acts as an anchor: it enforces a balance between spectacle and use. The most restrained versions wear like sporty-chic pieces, while skeletonised iterations, more demonstrative, embrace the role of a signature statement. This duality explains why the same aesthetic base can shift from discreet to highly expressive while staying coherent, because the case signature and the geometry of the attachments form a shared language across all variants.
<h3>Case, bracelet and everyday comfort</h3>
At 42 mm in diameter, the Excalibur aims at a compromise: enough presence to carry the brand&rsquo;s DNA, yet a size that can remain wearable across a wide range of wrists. Practical details vary by reference (thickness, caseback type, water-resistance level, materials), but the spirit remains: alternating brushed and polished surfaces, crisp edges, and a lug/attachment design that anchors the watch on the wrist. In real-life wear, what matters less is the diameter figure than how the case stretches across the wrist, because fit depends mostly on effective length and the curvature of the attachments.
Bracelets strongly shape comfort: depending on the era, you will find metal bracelets that reinforce the style, dressier leather straps, or rubber straps that underline the sporting dimension. The clasp (pin buckle or folding clasp) changes balance on the wrist, as does first-link stiffness on a metal bracelet. To choose well, you need to try the watch while moving, with the wrist relaxed, because the sensation of weight and stability shifts greatly from one material to another, and an Excalibur 42 in a dense metal does not &ldquo;live&rdquo; on the wrist like the same watch on supple leather.
<h3>Movement: architecture, performance and maintenance</h3>
The Excalibur 42 family has hosted several movements depending on the period: on more classic versions, you find automatic calibres oriented toward &ldquo;everyday watch&rdquo; use, sometimes paired with small seconds and a more traditional build; on more demonstrative versions, the brand favours skeletonised movements that highlight bridges, structure and finishing. From an owner&rsquo;s perspective, the stake is not only accuracy, but also the visual experience and the mechanical feel (winding, crown action, stability), because on an Excalibur, the movement is often part of the design as much as a functional organ.
On maintenance, the logic is simple: the more complex the watch (skeletonisation, specific materials, more sophisticated case details), the more you should prioritise competent servicing to preserve finish integrity and water resistance. Regular servicing (interval varying with use) and water-resistance checks if the watch sees water remain sound practices. For the buyer, it is useful to verify service availability, the exact movement inside the targeted reference, and everyday setting ease, because a well-chosen Excalibur 42 should stay enjoyable to live with, not only impressive in a display case.
<h3>Timeline &amp; main models (2008&ndash;2025)</h3>
(2008) Roger Dubuis Excalibur 42 Chronograph Pioneer :
The launch of the Excalibur 42 reflects a desire to make the Excalibur aesthetic more wearable without giving up the sculpted case and fluted bezel that define the collection. Early iterations already emphasise a highly graphic dial, readable hands and a construction intended for everyday wear while remaining expressive. Depending on versions, the &ldquo;performance&rdquo; spirit may come through a chronograph or through a cleaner display, but the same case grammar remains.&nbsp;
(2012) Roger Dubuis Excalibur 42 Classic Micro-Rotor :
In the early 2010s, the line is revisited toward a more &ldquo;classicised&rdquo; expression: a slimmer case, a dressier dial, and the use of an automatic micro-rotor movement to gain perceived thinness while keeping the Excalibur stance. This variant typically speaks to an enthusiast seeking a characterful watch that remains compatible with office life and a varied wardrobe. Wrist comfort improves thanks to better proportion control, and time reading becomes more immediate with a cleaner display.&nbsp;
(2012) Roger Dubuis Excalibur 42 Precious Dial :
In the same movement, some versions place emphasis on the dial as a luxury element: decorative materials, deeper colours, and association with precious metals depending on execution. The idea is to keep the Excalibur&rsquo;s sporty-chic DNA while translating it into a more jewellery-like, more &ldquo;object&rdquo; register on the wrist. The bezel and case geometry remain, but attention shifts toward dial surface and texture, and toward overall balance on a leather strap. This kind of configuration often targets more dressed-up use without losing the collection&rsquo;s personality.
(2013) Roger Dubuis Excalibur 42 Chronograph SIHH :
The year 2013 marks the arrival of an Excalibur 42 chronograph in a more modern vein, designed to combine the readability of an instrument with the brand&rsquo;s visual expressiveness. Pusher ergonomics and counter reading are designed to remain understandable, even for a wearer who only uses the chronograph occasionally. The case keeps the strong Excalibur presence, and the watch more clearly embraces a sporty posture, notably on an appropriate strap. For anyone seeking an &ldquo;active&rdquo; Excalibur 42, this is an important milestone because it clarifies the chronograph&rsquo;s place within the 42 mm size.
(2016) Roger Dubuis Excalibur 42 Skeleton Carbon :
In the mid-2010s, the brand explores contemporary materials and a more technical aesthetic: carbon, visible internal structures, and largely openworked dials. The Excalibur 42 in skeleton form becomes a showpiece while still trying to remain wearable thanks to the contained diameter. The goal is twofold: lighten visually (and sometimes physically) and stage the movement as an architectural object, with recurring motifs and anchoring points that add depth. This type of piece targets those who want a very assertive signature rather than a discreet sports watch.
(2021) Roger Dubuis Excalibur 42 Black Carbon :
In the early 2020s, the &ldquo;carbon&rdquo; idea returns in a more structured performance logic: a 42 mm case aimed at action, a more contemporary stance, and frequent pairing with a rubber strap to reinforce sporting use. This variant targets the enthusiast who wants Excalibur DNA with a lighter, more everyday-resistant dimension, notably against the micro-scratches that worry owners more on polished surfaces. Readability remains a priority, but the whole embraces a darker, more technical aesthetic, often with a cleaner or semi-open dial depending on versions.
(2022) Roger Dubuis Excalibur 42 Monobalancier Steel :
In a more contemporary interpretation, some Excalibur 42 models favour a strongly skeletonised display while keeping clear reading and balanced presence: steel, an architectural dial, and an automatic movement that remains visible and structurally defining. The idea is to offer an Excalibur that blends the &ldquo;contemporary object&rdquo; feeling with a degree of versatility, notably thanks to a more universal metal and finishing that can move from casual settings to more dressed environments. Water resistance stated on some references is more in the &ldquo;everyday&rdquo; range, encouraging controlled urban use.&nbsp;
(2022) Roger Dubuis Excalibur 42 Blacklight DLC Titanium :
The Blacklight theme pushes the &ldquo;art &amp; light&rdquo; dimension further: a black DLC titanium case, accents sometimes gem-set depending on versions, and above all coloured micro-elements designed to react differently depending on lighting, with a particularly striking effect under UV. Even for a non-specialist audience, the principle is simple: a two-faced watch whose appearance transforms between daytime and specific lighting conditions. In this approach, the 42 mm size becomes a support for a very strong expression, closer to a wearable sculpture than a classic sports watch.
(2023) Roger Dubuis Excalibur 42 Blacklight MB White Gold :
In 2023, the Blacklight logic is offered in a very high-end proposal: a white-gold case, light-and-colour work, and a skeletonised movement staged as architecture. The result targets a collector who wants an Excalibur 42 that is precious, conceptual and instantly recognisable while staying within a wearable diameter. The watch is not conceived as a &ldquo;tool watch,&rdquo; but as a statement piece whose appeal also depends on its environment (light, occasion, personal style). The balance is struck between luxury (material, finishing) and spectacle (structures, colours).
<h3>Conclusion</h3>
The Excalibur 42 is for those who want a highly identifiable watch, able to exist as a style piece as much as an everyday timekeeper. You choose it first by its level of expressiveness (restrained, chronograph, skeletonised, conceptual), then by material (steel, titanium, carbon, gold) and finally by strap, which shapes comfort as much as presence. To refine your choice between references and validate long-term wear in real life, rely on Dialicious owner reviews.
(Updated January 2026)

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