In a fusion of legend and light, Roger Dubuis returns to Arthurian mythology with its newest masterpiece — Excalibur Knights of the Round Table: The Enchanter Merlin. Limited to only 28 pieces, this timepiece extends the Maison’s celebrated saga, now entering its second chapter inspired by the mythical wizard’s devotion and magic. A horological homage to love, protection, and illusion, it blurs the line between craftsmanship and enchantment, where every detail gleams with symbolic power.
The new chapter revisits Merlin’s fabled creation of a crystal palace for the Lady of the Lake — a sanctuary both radiant and invisible to mortal eyes. Translating this legend into tangible artistry, Roger Dubuis introduces for the first time an “invisibility” diamond setting, where each hexagonal-cut gemstone is locked seamlessly into gold grooves, concealing any trace of its mount. The result is an illusionary surface that catches the light like water — a technical marvel as poetic as the story it evokes.
The dial itself unfolds as a visual epic. Composed of 56 sculptural columns, it combines Murano-style glass, polished and matte white enamel, rhodium-plated gold, and 18K pink gold, arranged in varying heights to form a three-dimensional tableau. Beneath it lies a glimmering layer of ruthenium crystals, a rare platinum-family metal that shimmers like a still lake beneath sunlight — a mesmerising nod to the ethereal waters of Merlin’s myth.
Encircling this celestial landscape stand 12 hand-sculpted knights, each uniquely poised in mid-guard, their miniature swords raised in eternal vigilance. Cast in 18K pink gold and finished by master engravers over several days, each 6mm-tall figure is imbued with individuality — the delicate etching of armour, the softened patina of shadow, the living essence of motion captured in metal. A sapphire window beneath the bezel allows collectors to admire their heroic silhouettes in full relief, glowing softly within their circular vigil.
At its heart beats the Monobalancier RD821 calibre, entirely developed in-house and hallmarked with the Poinçon de Genève — the ultimate seal of excellence. Crafted from 172 components, the movement’s compact form leaves ample space for its sculptural knights, while its oscillating weight evokes stained-glass windows of medieval cathedrals. Housed in a 45mm 18K pink gold case, with a crown protector shaped like a sword’s guard, the timepiece marries functionality with the drama of storytelling design.
On the wrist, The Enchanter Merlin feels like a relic reborn — a modern grail for collectors who view horology as art and narrative. The watch fastens with a white leather strap and carries the same inscription engraved on every Knights of the Round Table model since 2013: “Around this table, the bravest knights will gather as equals…” A timeless testament to loyalty, courage, and the shared pursuit of greatness.
Through The Enchanter Merlin, Roger Dubuis once again transcends conventional watchmaking, proving that in its universe of Hyper Horology™, time itself is an act of imagination. This limited edition is not merely worn but lived — a myth retold in movement and light, crafted for those who believe that true mastery is, and always will be, a form of magic.
