This $135K Watch Was Unveiled at Monterey Car Week—And On…

Monterey Car Week has always been about excess—the kind where automotive dreams collide with high art. From multimillion-dollar vintage Ferraris to concept cars that resemble those from sci-fi films, the annual Northern California gathering is where collectors, brands, and fans gather to showcase their passion.

But this year, one of the most buzzed-about reveals wasn’t a car at all—it was a watch.

According to Men’s Journal, Roger Dubuis, the Swiss watchmaker known for turning timepieces into mechanical theater, debuted its Excalibur Spider Flyback Chronograph earlier this month.

And with a price tag of $135,000, it stood out even among the rows of rare machinery at Pebble Beach.

The Excalibur Spider Flyback Chronograph wasn’t unveiled in isolation—it was designed to channel the energy of Monterey Car Week itself. The 45mm case, crafted from 18K pink gold, is skeletonized to reveal the intricate workings beneath. Inside, the RD780 caliber drives the piece—a movement Roger Dubuis built entirely in-house.

For anyone unfamiliar with why that matters: this isn’t just about telling time. The movement is equipped with a column wheel at the six o’clock position, polished with a demanding technique usually reserved for top-tier watchmaking. The vertical clutch, meanwhile, mirrors the feel of a car’s gear change, a subtle nod to the racing world that inspired it.

Only 88 examples of this watch exist—a deliberate choice tied to Roger Dubuis’ own lucky number. Each one contains 333 hand-finished components, with artisans applying 16 different finishing techniques. The result is not only mechanically complex but visually dramatic, a piece as much about display as utility.

With a 72-hour power reserve, Geneva Seal certification, and details designed to appeal to collectors who appreciate both rarity and performance, the watch seamlessly fits into the luxury-meets-speed vibe of Monterey Car Week.

The trick, now, is getting your hands on one such piece.