The Roger Dubuis Homeage H40 Perpetual Calendar, created by Roger Dubuis before the brand was acquired by Richemont in 2008, is a rare and highly sought-after piece among collectors. Only 28 watches were made for each variant in the limited series, adding to its exclusivity. The watch features a perpetual calendar complication, displayed through windows on the dial, which adds to its sleek and modern design.
In addition to its perpetual calendar complication, which day of the week & month with window display in 12 o’clock , displays the date in 4-5 oclock, moonphase display in 7-8 and leap year cycle with dot incidator in 3 oclcok , the watch also features a moon phase indicator that accurately tracks the phases of the moon and it display in 7-8 .
The case of the watch is made from solid white gold, which gives it a luxurious and elegant appearance that is sure to turn heads.
The dial of the watch is exquisitely crafted and features applied white gold hour markers (here are the four Breguet numerals)and hands that are both easy to read and highly legible. The blue color of the dial provides a striking contrast to the white gold case and makes the watch stand out even more.
The Hommage watches feature classic design elements with vintage touches, such as stepped concave bezels, polished lugs, and angled screwbacks. These details add to the watch’s overall elegance and sophistication.
The movements -calibre RD5739 (a Longines L990 ébauche) used in the Hommage watches were Observatory tested and earned the Geneva Seal. This seal is a certification of the highest level of quality and craftsmanship in watchmaking. At the time of production, only a few watchmakers, such as Patek Philippe, carried the Geneva Seal, making this achievement even more impressive.
The Hommage series is indeed considered to be one of Roger Dubuis’s greatest works. The collection is a tribute to the brand’s founder, Roger Dubuis, who was known for his passion for traditional watchmaking.
Overall, the Roger Dubuis H40 Perpetual Calendar is a true masterpiece of watchmaking that combines classic design with advanced mechanical complications. It is a highly sought-after luxury watch that is sure to impress even the most discerning of watch enthusiasts.
