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Introducing the replica Roger Dubuis watches Hommage La Placide Limited Edition – a globally limited edition double retrograde perpetual calendar watch.

This is what it means to create a truly worthy tribute timepiece.

2025 appears to be an anniversary year. Numerous renowned brands are celebrating their centuries-long watchmaking history, with many, both established and emerging, releasing extraordinary commemorative editions. Some are meticulously crafted masterpieces showcasing the watchmaker's exceptional skill; others are evolutions of historical benchmarks. The Roger Dubuis Hommage La Placide combines the best of both worlds. This limited edition of 28 pieces is a complicated timepiece featuring a restored and upgraded movement and perpetual calendar module, a reinterpretation of the classic watch that catapulted the brand to fame 29 years ago. Yes, 29 years, not 30. Roger Dubuis was founded in 1995, and the first Hommage watch with a perpetual calendar function was launched a year later in 1996. You might wonder why Roger Dubuis didn't use the name "Hommage Biretrograde Perpetual Calendar," but instead chose "Hommage La Placide." While this adds a touch of mystery, it also cleverly avoids referencing the double retrograde display function that shook the watchmaking world thirty years ago. This is consistent with the brand's style—they also once released a watch telling the story of Merlin and the Lake Nymph. However, "La Placide" isn't a mythical wizard, but rather Roger Dubuis's nickname. He was a Boy Scout in his youth, and received this name for his calm and gentle nature, which he used throughout his life. Speaking of names, the first "Hommage" watch was a tribute to those who inspired and nurtured watchmaker Roger Dubuis. This "Hommage," however, is a tribute to the watchmaker himself; therefore, in a sense, it's a double tribute, a truly ingenious design.

Introducing the Roger Dubuis Hommage La Placide Watch

After seeing the stunning 40mm Excalibur Double Retrograde Date watch, have you ever considered creating a replica or reinterpretation of the Double Retrograde Date timepiece? I can only type this with one hand right now… because I definitely did. The Hommage La Placide replica swiss watches perfectly meets my expectations. While the Excalibur Double Retrograde Date watch retains the series' signature fluted bezel and three lugs, the Hommage La Placide features a more traditional case reminiscent of the original. Notably, this 38mm rose gold case is crafted by the Roger Dubuis manufacture, a first in the brand's history. The internal construction is even more captivating.

When 14 + 72 = Caliber 1472

This watch features a 38mm (original size) case, only 11mm thick, housing the Roger Dubuis Caliber 1472 movement. This is an automatic movement, composed of a base movement (RD14) and a module (RD72). To create this tribute, "RD" opted for a retro approach, replicating its original RD14 movement—the brand's first in-house automatic movement launched in 2004. Each movement underwent meticulous restoration, from comprehensive diagnostics to rigorous quality control, striving to restore every component to near-original condition.

Notably, the RD14 movement features a swan-neck regulator, a hallmark of traditional watchmaking, renowned for its precise adjustment and fine finishing. The movement also retains RD's in-house hairspring. This early 2000s innovation earned the brand official recognition as a watchmaker. Beyond restoration, the brand further enhanced the RD14's performance by completely recalibrating the gear train and readjusting the gear shafts for improved efficiency.

Restoration and Recalculation: The restored RD14 base integrates perfectly with the RD72 perpetual calendar module. First introduced in 1999, the RD72 is one of Roger Dubuis's favorite movements, integrating day, date, month, leap year, and moon phase displays. To achieve this perfect fusion of mechanisms, Roger Dubuis independently rebuilt the mainplate, bridges, and nearly half of the components—including levers, springs, gears, and pinions. The ingenious double-star mechanism uses 12-tooth and 48-tooth gears to display the month and leap year on a single counter.

The brand had previously only combined the RD14 movement with the RD72 module once before, creating the Caliber 1472. Now, this 307-part movement features a new 18K rose gold rotor and employs 15 traditional decorative techniques, including Geneva stripes, circular graining, mirror polishing, and perlage. As a tribute to Roger Dubuis, the Hommage La Placide watch naturally also bears the Geneva Seal. Roger Dubuis, a graduate of watchmaking school, already has a Geneva Seal-certified timepiece in his portfolio.replica luxury watches

Want more mother-of-pearl? Absolutely!

Like the Excalibur Double Retrograde Date watch, mother-of-pearl reappears on the dial. Previous pieces have showcased the use of this soft, shimmering material. Mother-of-pearl exudes a subtle, serene luster. However, the double retrograde display is more striking. Thanks to the position of the two thick hands and the prominent font, the hour markers gradually widen from the outer edge and narrow towards the center, faithfully preserving the original design. This layout presents an oval geometry, guiding the eye naturally across the dial.

The dial structure consists of five distinct layers. The outer edge features polished edges, a circular brushed finish, and inlaid transfer numerals and minute markers. The second layer is a pearlescent mother-of-pearl date disc, adorned with transfer inscriptions and hand-beveled edges. The main dial is finished in "Léman Blue," a tribute to Lake Geneva. The dial features applied hour markers, transferred text, and a moon phase display, all arranged in an orderly fashion to ensure visual balance and functional clarity. The mother-of-pearl subdials feature a wider concentric circle textured finish. Its design is balanced and harmonious, just right, as the entire dial is a model of visual complexity. The blue aventurine moon phase layer exudes a subtle metallic sheen, reminiscent of the night sky. Two crescent-shaped 18K gold moons orbit on its surface.high quality replica watches

The Excalibur Biretrograde Calendar watch is highly anticipated, and the Hommage La Placide watch lives up to expectations. With exquisite craftsmanship, and even a visual innovation, it showcases the timeless charm of the original. The watch skillfully balances striking colors and functions with original yet subtle details—the mother-of-pearl finish is particularly appealing. The layered dial follows the layout of the original, with clever use of depth. Notably, even the original clasp has been preserved. This is a standing ovation tribute, fully demonstrating Roger Dubuis's exceptional quality and craftsmanship. The Hommage La Placide watch seamlessly blends exquisite technology, traditional watchmaking craftsmanship, and rigorous aesthetic principles, resulting in a harmonious and elegant design.

This timepiece also inspires endless imagination. What other classic pieces from the brand's early history could be reinterpreted in such a brilliant way? I believe collectors will readily embrace a watch that pays homage to classic chronographs. A Sympathie watch with a double retrograde date function would also be highly sought after. Another idea comes to mind—a watch with a triple retrograde date function, a feature Roger Dubuis patented in 2000. However, let's set those aside for now. Let's first appreciate this unique and highly successful tribute.

Brand: Roger Dubuis
Model: A Tribute to Laplace
Reference: RDDBHO0612
Dial: Lehmann blue lacquer dial with pink gold hour markers, white lettering/markers, white mother-of-pearl retrograde date indicator and sub-dials with black lettering/markers, hand-beveled pink gold bezel, blue aventurine moon phase display, domed 18K yellow gold moon phase, round brushed rhodium-plated bezel with black markers, red numerals and polished edges; retrograde hands are made of pink gold-plated brass, hour and minute hands are made of solid pink gold. replica Jacob & Co. Epic X watches

Case Materials:
18K Rose Gold
Case Dimensions:
38mm (diameter) × 11mm (thickness)
Crystal:
Sapphire Crystal
Case Back:
18K rose gold and sapphire crystal, screw-down
Movement:
RD1472: Automatic winding with manual winding function, frequency 28,800 vibrations/hour (4 Hz), 48-hour power reserve, 307 parts, 33 jewels, rose gold central rotor, Geneva Seal, 15 decorations (wheel beveling, tool beveling, rounded corners, circular texture, snail pattern, Geneva stripes, mirror polishing, tooth polishing, tip polishing, perlage, finishing, inner brushed, outer brushed, brushed, polished)
Water Resistance:
3 bar (30 meters)
Strap:
Blue calfskin with quick-release pin and 18K rose gold butterfly clasp
Functions:
Time (hours, minutes), perpetual calendar (retrograde date and day of the week, month and leap year cycle sub-dial), moon phase

Zenith high quality cheap watches continues its 160th anniversary celebrations with three new high-complication models.

The gyroscope-equipped Defy Zero G is available in two lapis lazuli dial versions, one with a blue sapphire case and the other with a colorless sapphire case.

We also saw the first 18k gold Defy Skyline model in the Defy Skyline Tourbillon Red Gold.

Zenith seems to be shouting its 160th anniversary from the rooftops, and it's certainly one worth celebrating. 2025 embodies its blue period, with the release of models like the blue ceramic Chronomaster Sport, Pilot Chronograph, and Defy Skyline Chronograph. Zenith also unveiled the stunning GFJ and Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar, both featuring lapis lazuli dials. Even the latest model in the Time+Tide Surfer Trilogy, the Defy Skyline Skeleton 'White Surfer,' plays a prominent role in this year of blue. If blue isn't your thing, Zenith has other releases this year: the brand's latest creations continue these two lines, adding even more blue to the collection, along with some luxurious red hues. replica Zenith chronomaster

Zenith is best known for its high-frequency chronograph El Primero caliber, but its pursuit of high precision is also long-standing, having won 2,333 chronometer awards over its history. The GFJ watches embody a more traditional, yet still high-end, pursuit of chronometric precision. However, as these latest creations demonstrate, Zenith is a brand that enjoys pushing boundaries.

Zenith Defy Zero G Sapphire 160th Anniversary Edition
The new Zenith Defy Zero G continues one of the brand's many engineering achievements. Originally released in 2008, the Zero G movement tackled the problem of gravity acting on the escapement from a different perspective. A traditional tourbillon uses a rotating escapement to average out the precision errors caused by gravity, applying it evenly to the balance wheel throughout one rotation. While practical for stationary timepieces, a tourbillon is not ideal for wrist wear, as wrist movement not only constantly shifts the axis of gravity acting on the balance wheel, but also adds additional forces to the balance wheel. replica Jacob and Co. Bugatti Chiron

Zenith's solution, inspired by marine chronometers, places the balance wheel within a gimbal. This keeps the balance wheel horizontal, eliminating the effects of positional variations. This also allows the balance wheel to be adjusted in a single position, meaning it can be finely adjusted without having to compensate for different positions. The result is that the suspended balance wheel now acts like a gyroscope, maintaining its stability (both physically and precisely) by maintaining a single position relative to the watch. The patented gravity-controlled cage is a horological technology unique to Zenith. It powers the balance wheel via a system of conical bevel gears, ensuring constant torque transmission from the mainspring to the balance wheel, regardless of its position.

All this ingenious engineering is impressive in itself, but in 2018, Zenith managed to reduce the size of the original 2008 module by 30%. In 2021, the movement was redesigned to allow for a more open display of the gyroscopic balance wheel, then housed in a transparent sapphire case, showcasing Zenith's achievements. best replica watches

This brings us to the brand's latest creations: two Zenith Defy Zero G Sapphire models, one in transparent sapphire and the other in blue-hued sapphire. Each watch is powered by the El Primero 8812S caliber, which beats at 36,000 vibrations per hour and boasts a 50-hour power reserve. The movement features a two-tone blue and rhodium-plated finish, adorned with a starry sky motif. The gyroscopic system is equipped with a platinum counterweight, also laser-decorated.

The time display occupies the upper half of the dial, with the hours and minutes at 12 o'clock and a running seconds indicator at 9 o'clock. There's also a power reserve indicator at 2 o'clock, a full display of the gravity control module at 6 o'clock, and a lapis lazuli subdial on the dial that serves as the background for the offset time display. The sapphire case measures 46 mm in diameter and is water-resistant to 30 meters. The dial is skeletonized to reveal aspects of the balance wheel and transmission system, with lapis lazuli serving as the background for the time display. The hands and indexes are rhodium-plated, faceted, and coated with SLN C1 Super-LumiNova. The watch is worn on the wrist with a blue alligator leather outer lining and a rubber strap with a titanium folding clasp. replica swiss watches

Brand: Zenith
Model: Defy Zero G Sapphire
Reference: 04.9000.8812/51.R584 (transparent)
Reference: 04.9003.8812/51.R584 (blue)
Case Size: 46 mm (diameter)
Case Material: Blue or transparent sapphire crystal
Water Resistance: 30 meters
Crystal: Sapphire front and back
Dial: Openworked design with lapis lazuli subdials
Strap: Blue rubber with alligator leather outer side, titanium folding clasp
Movement: El Primero Calibre 8812S, in-house, manual-winding
Power Reserve: 50 hours
Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds, power reserve indicator, gyroscopic escapement carriage

Zenith Defy Skyline Tourbillon in Red Gold
While this rose gold tourbillon sports watch with an integrated bracelet is a high-end modern sports watch, the new Defy Skyline Tourbillon is a much more refined watch than these Defy Zero G models. The watch, however, is somewhat traditional. Considered a modern interpretation of the original 1969 Defy, the Defy Skyline is a modern, integrated sports watch that firmly holds a place in Zenith's contemporary collection. This Zenith Defy Skyline Tourbillon is particularly noteworthy, as it marks the first time the Defy Skyline is available in 18K rose gold.

The case measures 41mm in diameter, is water-resistant to 100 meters, and features a screw-down crown. The 18K rose gold H-shaped link bracelet tapers from the case to the clasp, providing a comfortable fit. If a full rose gold bracelet is too cumbersome, the watch comes with a brick-red rubber strap that can be easily interchanged using the integrated interchangeable strap system.

Both the dial and the accompanying rubber strap are finished in brick red, echoing the red and white brick walls of Zenith's historic watchmaking factory in Le Locle. As with other Defy Tourbillon watches, the dial features a four-pointed star radiating from the tourbillon. Rose gold hands and indexes are coated with SLN C1 Super-LumiNova, and the black tourbillon cage is clearly visible at 6 o'clock.

Powered by the El Primero 3630 movement, it beats at a frequency of 36,000 vibrations per hour and boasts a power reserve of 50 hours. The movement is adorned with 3D laser-engraved Côtes de Genève patterns that echo the star motif on the dial and radiate from the tourbillon. The tourbillon cage weighs only 0.25 grams, minimizing the impact of the additional mass on the balance wheel and further demonstrating Zenith's expertise in miniaturization and precision. The 18K rose gold four-pointed star-shaped oscillating weight, a first for the Defy Tourbillon collection, is skeletonized to offer a clear view of the movement. Breitling Endurance Pro replica watches

Brand: Zenith
Model: Defy Skyline Tourbillon
Reference: Reference number: 18.9301.3630/67.I001
Case size: 41 mm (diameter)
Case material: 18k rose gold
Water resistance: 100 meters, screw-down crown
Crystal: Sapphire front and back
Dial: Brick red
Strap: 18k rose gold H-shaped bracelet with folding clasp
Additional brick red rubber strap with 18k rose gold folding clasp included
Movement: El Primero 3630, Manufacture, automatic
Power reserve: 50 hours
Functions: Hours, minutes, tourbillon

On a side note, I think the Zenith Zero G series watches are really cool. I remember as a kid having a really cool remote-controlled motorcycle toy that used a gyroscope on the rear wheel to keep it balanced. Now, as a watch-obsessed adult, seeing the video showcasing the gyroscope in action has rekindled my fascination with that toy.

While the tourbillon is visually pleasing and equally exquisitely crafted, the more modern and novel approach to gravity's effects on the balance wheel is not only significant given its original purpose but also feels long overdue. While Zenith developed its first zero-gravity watch over a decade ago (nearly two decades ago, in fact), they still seem fresh and exciting. I think this feeling is a testament to Zenith's foresight and a point of praise for the brand.

While the new Defy Tourbillon isn't as technically innovative or stunning as its predecessor, I think it's quite distinctive in its own right, particularly in its use of color. A gold watch paired with a colored dial easily makes a bold statement, and if you enjoy precious metal sports watches with tourbillons, this combination is often a welcome one. Looking at the press images of this new watch, I was pleasantly surprised by how visually appealing it is. While the brick-red and rose-gold color combination is certainly not understated, the warmer tones are more captivating compared to the iconic red and yellow gold, especially on the matching rubber strap.

Indeed, I do admire Zenith’s creative use of color. They could have easily released a more traditional black, silver, blue, or even a skeletonized dial, but I think the brick red really works, drawing eager glances that might otherwise have been overlooked with a more traditional color scheme. luxury cheap watches

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