Merlin's Final Trick: The New Roger Dubuis Metamorph Merlin

Maybe pulling a rabbit out of a hat is an impressive trick, but how about strapping an entire Arthurian legend to your wrist? Now that’s a magic trick you may not have seen coming. Roger Dubuis is back at it, officially dropping the mic on their epic Merlin trilogy with a grand finale that proves magic is very much alive in the watch industry. Enter The Metamorph Merlin, a timepiece that treats medieval sorcery with the kind of serious-yet-playful flair that would make the legendary wizard himself crack a grin. To know about the previous watch in the Merlin Trilogy, click here.

A Case That Does the Quick-Change Act

If you know your Arthurian lore, you know Merlin was the ultimate master of disguise, famously helping shape-shift characters or even transforming into a magnificent great white stag. Capturing that very vibe, the right flank of the watch's pink gold case is micro-engraved to showcase the wizard morphing between human and animal forms. Meanwhile, the left side keeps the adventure rolling with a scene of knights facing off against a dragon.  I mean, talk about having a whole fantasy saga right on your wrist.

Inside the Enchanted Forest

Inside this 45mm pink gold wonderland, things get even more magical. Instead of a traditional dial, you’ll find 57 individual blocks of polished pink gold, transparent glass, and green CVD-coated glass paired with Crystalium flooring inlays, all channeling the deep, enchanted forest where Merlin pulled off his best tricks. Guarding this mystical realm are 12 meticulously hand-sculpted solid rose gold knights. Standing at a tiny yet mighty 6mm tall, every single knight wields a distinct medieval weapon, with King Arthur himself holding court at 12 o'clock brandishing Excalibur.

A Peek Behind the Curtains and Glass

Need a sneak peek behind the magical curtain? The watch features a clever protruding sapphire crystal ring underneath the notched bezel, giving you a cool lateral view of the dial action and the backs of those tiny guarding knights. Flip the piece over, and a sapphire crystal window reveals the automatic in-house caliber RD821, complete with a golden skeletonized rotor inspired by old-school stained-glass windows. Limited to just 28 pieces and paired with a green calfskin strap, this grand finale is proof that high watchmaking doesn't always have to take itself too seriously, sometimes, it just needs a little bit of magic.

Ultimately, The Metamorph Merlin proves that haute horlogerie can pull a few tricks of its own. By blending myth, master craftsmanship, and a heavy dose of whimsy, Roger Dubuis has crafted a wearable fairy tale that lets you carry a legendary kingdom wherever you go. To know about their Watches And Wonders releases, click here. 

What is this watch actually celebrating? 

It marks the final chapter in the Roger Dubuis Merlin trilogy, honoring the legendary wizard's famous shapeshifting powers.

How many of these magical timepieces are being made? 

It is a super rare limited edition of only 28 pieces available worldwide.

What keeps this mythical creation ticking? 

It is powered by the in-house automatic caliber RD821, which comes complete with a 48-hour power reserve.