Roger Dubuis 'Too Much' Ref. T31985
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
2002
Maker / issuer
Roger DubuisThis Roger Dubuis "Too Much" wristwatch, reference T31985, is a white gold timepiece produced in 2002 as part of a limited edition of 28 examples. The watch features an oversized, horizontal rectangular, and curved two-body case measuring 43 mm by 31 mm with a thickness of 9 mm.
The case is constructed from 18K white gold with a polished and brushed finish, a stepped bezel, and screwed gold bars for the strap attachment. It includes a transparent case back secured by eight screws and sapphire crystals. The satine silver dial displays large mirrored radial Arabic numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial at the nine o'clock position, accompanied by blued steel spade hands. The movement is the caliber RD 98, rhodium-plated and finished with fausses cotes, featuring 19 jewels and the Seal of Geneva Quality Mark.
It is signed on the dial, case, and movement.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Hand-wound wristwatch
- Maker
- Roger Dubuis
- Jewels
- 19 jewels
- Movement
- Caliber RD 98
- Reference
- T31985
- Case Material
- 18K white gold
- Certification
- Seal of Geneva
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Case Dimensions
- 43 x 31 mm
- Limited Edition
- 28 examples
- Maker / attribution
- Roger Dubuis
Design
- Movement
- The timepiece is powered by the caliber RD 98 movement. This movement is rhodium-plated and features fausses cotes decoration, consistent with high-grade finishing. The mechanism comprises 19 jewels and utilizes a straight line lever escapement. The movement includes a monometallic balance adjusted to five positions, a shock absorber, and a self-compensating Breguet balance spring. The caliber is officially stamped with the Seal of Geneva Quality Mark, a designation reflecting specific standards in movement production and assembly. The movement is signed.
- Case and Dial
- The watch is housed in an oversized, horizontal rectangular case with a curved form factor. Constructed in 18K white gold, the case features both polished and brushed surfaces. Notable design elements include a stepped bezel and a distinctive attachment system utilizing screwed gold bars to secure the strap. A transparent case back, affixed with eight screws, allows for a view of the internal mechanism. The dial is finished in a satine silver and is characterized by large, mirrored radial Arabic numerals A subsidiary seconds dial is positioned at the nine o'clock mark. Time is indicated by a set of blued steel spade hands, which contrast against the metallic surface of the dial. Both the dial and the case are signed by Roger Dubuis.
- Visible features
- • Curved horizontal rectangular case profile • Large radial mirrored Arabic numerals on dial • Subsidiary seconds dial located at 9 o'clock • Screwed gold bar strap attachment system
- Condition and Provenance
- The auction house reports the watch is accompanied by its original fitted box and certificate. According to the provided grading system, the dial is categorized as 'As new'. The case is assigned a grade of 3, described as 'Good', and the movement is assigned a grade of 2, described as 'Very good'. The watch is supplied with an 18K white gold Roger Dubuis clasp and original hands.
Identification
- Reference
- T31985
- Serial number
- 05/28
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The auction description recommends a mechanical overhaul at the buyer's expense
- Research required: The condition of the case is graded as 'Good' while the dial is graded as 'As new'