Roger Dubuis Excalibur Skeleton Tourbillon RDDBEX0938
Original price was: $2,499.00.$1,659.00Current price is: $1,659.00.
If you want the Excalibur skeleton look to feel mechanically convincing, this is the version to buy. The real draw is the functional flying tourbillon at 7 o’clock, the sharp 42mm rose-gold-toned case with deep notched bezel, and the red rubber strap that gives the watch its unmistakable attitude. Compared with older open-heart style alternatives, this NEWF build keeps the architecture honest and the profile closer to the intended manual-wind format. The detailed description matters here because this watch is all about visible mechanics, case execution, and how the red accents change the entire character.
Why this NEWF execution is the one enthusiasts look at
The strongest reason to choose this version is not branding on the movement; it is the fact that the watch is built around a manual-winding flying tourbillon format rather than the older shortcut of an open-heart display pretending to be more than it is. That distinction changes the ownership experience and the visual credibility of the watch. The rotating cage at 7 o’clock is the centerpiece, and here it is treated as a real complication rather than a decorative distraction.
NEWF is relevant on this reference because the factory’s approach supports the entire case concept. A manual-wind layout avoids the visual compromise that comes with rotor-based alternatives dressed up under skeleton plates. If you have handled earlier Excalibur-style replicas, that is the difference you notice immediately: this one looks conceived around the complication instead of forcing a familiar movement into an ambitious design.
The 42mm case shape is as important as the movement
Excalibur cases live or die on proportion, lug execution, and bezel shape. Here, the 42mm case is paired with the brand’s signature deeply notched bezel and triple-lug profile, giving the watch the aggressive silhouette this reference needs. The rose-gold-plated finish works especially well because the case has enough facets and edges to catch light differently across the bezel, lugs, and mid-case. That prevents the warm tone from looking soft or one-note.
On the wrist, this architecture is what makes the watch feel intentional rather than simply oversized. The bezel is prominent, the crown sits cleanly at 3 o’clock, and the case frames the dial without overwhelming it. For collectors comparing multiple Excalibur variants, this balance matters: the watch keeps its sculptural identity while still leaving the skeleton movement as the main event.
The strap changes the mood from technical to unmistakable
The red rubber strap is not a minor accent here; it is part of the watch’s personality. The molded integration with the lugs keeps the case-to-strap transition clean, and the black, red, white, and grey patterned upper surface gives the piece a more graphic, contemporary look than a plain strap would. It turns the watch into something more assertive and less formal, which suits the exposed mechanics perfectly.
Because the case and flange already carry warm rose and red tones, the strap does not feel added for novelty. It completes the watch. If you are considering this against a more restrained Excalibur colorway, this is the one for someone who wants the skeleton concept to feel vivid from a distance and detailed up close.
What you are getting in daily use
This watch is powered by a custom manual-winding clone of the RD509SQ with approximately 36 hours of power reserve. The visible functions are hours, minutes, and the flying tourbillon. That means ownership is hands-on in the right way: regular winding, visible motion, and a dial that rewards close inspection whenever you check the time. The sapphire crystal and clear AR coating also suit a watch like this, where glare control helps preserve the openness of the display.
If your goal is an Excalibur that earns attention through structure rather than sheer size alone, this RDDBEX0938 is a strong pick. The combination of the real flying tourbillon layout, the sharply cut rose-gold-toned case, and the high-contrast red detailing gives it a specific identity that many skeleton watches never achieve.
Watch specification
Configuration summary for this watch
| Brand | Roger Dubuis |
|---|---|
| Movement | Custom RD509SQ Manual Winding Clone (Flying Tourbillon), approximately 36 hours power reserve |
| Case Material | 18K rose gold plated 316L steel |
| Bezel | 18K rose gold plated fluted bezel |
| Crystal | Scratch-resistant sapphire with clear AR coating |
| Bracelet | Red natural rubber strap with rose gold plated folding clasp |
| Water Resistance | >10 meters |
Buyer Q&A
Questions about this Roger Dubuis watch
Is the tourbillon on this RDDBEX0938 functional or decorative?
It uses a true flying tourbillon escapement rather than an open-balance display, with the tourbillon positioned at 7 o’clock.
What visible details give this version its distinctive look?
This watch combines a rose-gold-toned notched Excalibur case, a bright red inner flange with minute markings and branding, a skeletonized astral-style dial layout, and a red patterned rubber strap.
What kind of movement layout does this model use?
It is a manual-winding custom RD509SQ clone with approximately 36 hours of power reserve, displaying hours, minutes, and the flying tourbillon.
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