Mistal celebrates Roger Dubuis’s partnership with Lamborghini
MUSCAT: The legendary LamborghiniheadquartersinSant’Agata Bolognese witnessed a world premiere reveal by Roger Dubuis and Lamborghini Squadra Corse.
This was the start of a new journey for two brands sharing the same values of breathtaking technology and daring customer experiences. The best of Italian aesthetic flair and performance face the ultimate in Swiss precision and mechanical instruments. A high-powered partnership whose first roar takes the form of a new calibre inspired by the Aventador S engine and the new ground-breaking Huracàn Super TrofeoEVO.
“As local partners of Roger Dubuisin Oman, we are thrilled with this new collaboration that brings together the world’s most prominent visionary engineers and incredible watchmakers,” said Dharmesh A. Khimji, managing director of Mistal. “Roger Dubuis has been at the forefront of contemporary Haute Horlogerie and is known as one of the finest watchmakers of all times. Dedicated to boldness, extravagance and aesthetics that really stand out, the new Excalibur Aventador S is exclusive, rare and ensures instant recognition.”
The junction was clearly inevitable. While motorsports and watchmaking have long since discovered various affinities, the story of Roger Dubuis and Lamborghini Squadra Corse is a case of irresistible mutual attraction stemming from a shared focus on aesthetics in their respective R&D-driven approaches. Roger Dubuis’ particularly strong recent interest in other types of industry flows from a will to deliver timepieces endowed with elements that others do not or cannot provide. Its strength lies in the ability to ignore any limits, and that led to discussions with aircraft, boat, motorcycle and automobile manufacturers.
Performance is engraved in the Roger Dubuis DNA. With Lamborghini, the adrenaline rush of mutual recognition was there right from the start. Corporate philosophy, R&D vision, the same flair for charismatic lines and superlative technical engineering, as well as an attitude in sync with their demanding clients: this instinctive convergence is confirmed in every way. That initial positive vibe – between two iconic references in their respective fields and communities, two innovators in pursuit of ground-breaking technology, two designers who broke the rules – naturally grew and matured into a new lap.
Their determination to place technique in the service of beauty enables them to design creations that are aesthetically astonishing and radically different.
The landmark unveiling of this new partnership was naturally staged at the heart of Lamborghini’s R&D department: the legendary Centro Stile. For the first time ever, the celebratory dinner was held right in the middle of the production lines of the famous Aventador. A well-known Italian track was privatised for the occasion and guests were thus able to enjoy the adrenaline rush of an unforgettable driving experience.
Manufacture Roger Dubuis technical specialists drew inspiration from the Lamborghini spirit in rising to the challenge of creating the first timepiece collection embodying their natural affinities. The Excalibur Aventador S now hits the track as the first horological expression of this high-speed partnership, channelling unreasonable sensations and exceptional power.
Determined to create an ultimate experience like sliding into a Lamborghini, the teams have shared their respective design skills. The resulting two models combine noble and hightech materials while ensuring top-rate performance. These include multi-layered carbon and C-SMC carbon based on the same technology as that used for Lamborghini cars – a world premiere use of this material featured in the orange-liveried 8-piece limited edition.