Rebellion Timepieces | Watches News https://www.watches-news.com/news/brand/rebellion/ All about watches. Novelties and iconic timepieces Wed, 17 Jan 2024 17:26:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1.7 https://www.watches-news.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/cropped-watchesnews-favicon-150x150.png Rebellion Timepieces | Watches News https://www.watches-news.com/news/brand/rebellion/ 32 32 PREDATOR DAKAR 2024 https://www.watches-news.com/predator-dakar-2024/ Thu, 18 Jan 2024 05:22:00 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/?p=19981 THE CALL OF THE DESERT The brand, official timekeeper of the hardest endurance race on the circuit since 2019, unveils two new creations cut out for feats. Like the powerhouse four-wheel drives flying high Rebellion‘s colors as they kick off the 46th edition of the Dakar, two 15-piece limited series were showcased before the first […]

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THE CALL OF THE DESERT

The brand, official timekeeper of the hardest endurance race on the circuit since 2019, unveils two new creations cut out for feats.

Like the powerhouse four-wheel drives flying high Rebellion‘s colors as they kick off the 46th edition of the Dakar, two 15-piece limited series were showcased before the first stage. This duo conjures up the legendary rally-raid through its one-of-a-kind design. In a nutshell, a black monochrome scenography is set off with dashes of gold adorning the time data displays. What’s more, Super-Luminova® makes these features ever-so easy to read. This highly-contrasting composition reigns in the impressive 48 mm-diameter carbon-crafted case of the Predator 2.0 3 Hands and the Predator Chronograph Dakar 2024. This composite, the rebel watchmaker’s signature, boasts high-tech and stylistic assets. Basically, the fiber is endowed with remarkable mechanical properties. It’s 75% lighter than steel and 10 times more resistant. The random markings obtained make these timepieces even more unique.

Swiss Made calibers, nestling under the honeycomb-patterned dials drive the ballet of the hands accurately. Both models enjoy the same power reserve of 48 hours. A sapphire-crystal caseback invites to admire some of the components, in particular the honeycomb-forged oscillating weight. And, to enhance their sporty look even more, the Predator 2.0 3 Hands and Predator Chronograph Dakar 2024 are worn on sandy-colored straps, a hue that’s a tip of the hat to the Saudi scenescapes the racers speed through. The call of the desert forever on wrists.

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RE-VOLT 3 HANDS DELAGE https://www.watches-news.com/re-volt-3-hands-delage/ Thu, 26 Oct 2023 04:53:00 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/?p=19096 SHARED PASSION During the Geneva International Motor-Show in Doha, the Swiss brand announced it had concluded an exclusive partnership with the illustrious French brand currently enjoying a great revival. Between 1905 and 1953, Delage cars equated with power and elegance. The French brand also stood out from the crowd during prestigious speed and endurance races […]

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SHARED PASSION

During the Geneva International Motor-Show in Doha, the Swiss brand announced it had concluded an exclusive partnership with the illustrious French brand currently enjoying a great revival.

Between 1905 and 1953, Delage cars equated with power and elegance. The French brand also stood out from the crowd during prestigious speed and endurance races back in the day. In 2019, the “Les amis de Delage” (Delage Friends) association which keeps the firm’s memory alive, and the entrepreneur Laurent Tapie signed an agreement to relaunch it. This dream has become reality with the creation of a supercar, the D12, a vitamin-boosted racer boasting a hybrid engine of over 1,000 hp. Rebellion, deeply-committed to the world of motor racing since the word ‘go’, has made a name for itself with its own LMP2s. It now runs in the Dakar. So, it was only natural that the two brands should get together over this shared passion for racing. As a result, they’ve just concluded a partnership which is embodied in the shape of the official D12 watch. This one-of-a-kind piece, borrowing from the RE-VOLT model’s lines, is to be issued in a limited series of just 30 pieces. All will be offered as a priority to the future owners of the 30 first Delage D12s. The buyer will be able to choose the dominant color of their Rebellion RE-Volt 3 Hands Delage dial to match the shade of their automobile.

Whatever they choose, their timepiece, equipped with an in-house caliber will flaunt technical and stylistic features inherent to those of the collection. What’s more, Delage will roll out a 31st car, the Delage D12 Rebellion Edition 1/1. This vehicle will be made with a groundbreaking carbon fiber. And, a one-off Rebellion watch will accompany it.

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RE-VOLT RONALDINHO https://www.watches-news.com/re-volt-ronaldinho/ Tue, 18 Apr 2023 04:34:00 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/?p=16778 PLAYMAKER To mark the presentation of the brand’s new ambassador, a special edition was designed in a festive look. The colors of his native country energize its offbeat design. A thing of beauty and the art of the movement are inseparable in the game of soccer, according to Ronaldinho. The same values behind his uncompromising […]

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PLAYMAKER

To mark the presentation of the brand’s new ambassador, a special edition was designed in a festive look. The colors of his native country energize its offbeat design.

A thing of beauty and the art of the movement are inseparable in the game of soccer, according to Ronaldinho. The same values behind his uncompromising character are shared by Rebellion Timepieces. In celebration of the arrival of its new brand ambassador, the disruptive watch maker created a timepiece in the Brazilian star’s image. Recapturing the architectural lines of the iconic RE-Volt model, this limited edition proudly bears the bright colors of the Brazilian flag. Its 40.35 x 38.5 x 13.5 mm colored carbon case combines black touches of high-tech material with yellow and an omnipresent green, symbol of the Amazonian Forest. The solar hue evoking the richness of the country’s soil decorates, among other things, the bridges and markers. As for the color blue, that of an ideal cloudless sky that could darken one’s daily life, it completes the sporty setting of the RE-Volt Ronaldinho. This blue accentuates the timer, the textile wristband closed with Velcro®, and the small seconds hand decorated with the emblematic R10, in a nod to the number worn by the world champion during his professional career.

As with all RE-Volt models, this series is powered by a hand-wound movement developed and assembled in-house comprising 165 components. It precisely synchronizes the revolutions of the hour and minute hands while providing a power reserve of 48 hours. On the back of the case, the soccer player’s signature underscores the exclusive character of the timepiece.

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DAKAR 2023 https://www.watches-news.com/dakar-2023/ Mon, 27 Feb 2023 05:22:00 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/?p=15791 THE CALL OF THE DESERT Official timekeeper of the legendary rally-raid, the Swiss manufacturer unveiled two limited editions in the same colors as the rally. Every detail embodies this mythical race. Having entered two cars in Dakar 2023, Rebellion shared its passion for the competition throughout all the different stages. In keeping with the event, […]

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THE CALL OF THE DESERT

Official timekeeper of the legendary rally-raid, the Swiss manufacturer unveiled two limited editions in the same colors as the rally. Every detail embodies this mythical race.

Having entered two cars in Dakar 2023, Rebellion shared its passion for the competition throughout all the different stages. In keeping with the event, the brand also awarded watches to the winners of all categories. Two architecturally stunning series were also introduced to mark the occasion. The Predator 2.0 3 Hands Carbon Dakar reflects the same spirit as all Rebellion creations: authenticity, elegant design, high quality manufacturing, and superior mechanical performance. Its carbon case stands out thanks to its camouflage pattern, reminiscent of the tracks and dunes of Saudi Arabia where the race was held. On its multi-layer dial with its honeycomb pattern, the hour and minute hands, as well as the bold 9 and 12 numerals, are given a sandblasted gold hue to enhance the watch’s sporty, refined look. A coordinating wristband fastened with Velcro® completes its adventure-ready persona.

The Twenty-One 3 Hands Dakar sports a tricolor, black, white, and sand design, stamped with the race logo. All the attributes of the original model, which made the collection so successful, remain, such as its elegant cushion-shaped case in black DLC steel. The time data, hours, minutes, seconds, and a discreet date window at 3 o’clock, are brought to life in a decoration inspired by the two-spoke steering wheels of vintage sports cars. The golden second hand illuminates this original arrangement.

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REBELLION X RONALDINHO https://www.watches-news.com/rebellion-x-ronaldinho/ Mon, 20 Feb 2023 10:38:06 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/?p=15697 Football Star, Ronaldinho, has finally said YES to Swiss watchmaking! The Magician with the Legendary Smile chooses Rebellion Timepieces for a special project. He said YES! Yes to a project that is different, special, unlike any other! A brand ambassadorship but also a “Father & Son” project: Two roles imagined with his friend Calim Bouhadra, CEO […]

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Football Star, Ronaldinho, has finally said YES to Swiss watchmaking! The Magician with the Legendary Smile chooses Rebellion Timepieces for a special project.

He said YES! Yes to a project that is different, special, unlike any other! A brand ambassadorship but also a “Father & Son” project: Two roles imagined with his friend Calim Bouhadra, CEO of Rebellion Timepieces.

His smile and his joie de vivre have forever left their mark on the world of football! His talent, his technical skills, his magical dribbling, his spectacular virtuosity, his zest for life on the field and off. What a fabulous player! A living legend in the history of Brazilian football and one of the most successful players ever in global football.

For years he has been courted, and always he said no to the watchmaking industry. Not a single project appealed to him, not one captured his imagination. It would take the story of two men to change that.

It was his meeting with Calim Bouhadra that proved decisive. That and the creation of the “Father & Son” project. A watch for the father. A watch for the son. Two timepieces, imagined in close concert with Ronaldinho, in a dialogue with each other.

Ronaldinho x Calim Bouhadra. The two men get on wonderfully, sharing the same tastes, for joie de vivre, sports, achievements, team spirit and family values. All of these aspects are reflected in the ethos of Rebellion Timepieces, which occupies a unique position in the watchmaking industry. Founded in 2007 by Alexandre Pesci, Rebellion Timepieces is unlike any other brand. Closely linked to the Rebellion Racing team, both were born on the racetrack, driven by a passion for motorsport, a drive for mechanical perfection, innovation, independence, performance, design, and a ‘no compromises’ attitude that continues to guide their development day after day.

A story of men, a story of friendship and family. The joy of living, the happiness of being together.

At the invitation of the entire Rebellion Timepieces team, Ronaldinho came to Switzerland to imagine and collaborate on the designs and functions of a future watch for himself as well as on one for his son Joao Mendes, who is following in his father’s footsteps and has just signed with FC Barcelona, a club dear to Ronaldinho’s heart, also a family affair.

Ronaldinho said: “I had a wonderful time with my friend Calim and his team who gave me a warm welcome in Switzerland this weekend. I was particularly touched by the great care the team at Rebellion has put into creating these two watches, my son’s and mine, which we will be presenting together soon. It is a joy to be part of the Rebellion Timepieces team and I am already looking forward to my role as an ambassador for the brand worldwide.”

Calim Bouhadra, CEO of Rebellion Timepieces, added: “It’s truly a dream, the story of a growing friendship between us. He’s the coolest and even with his full schedule, he still has that magical smile, is always available for his friends, and that desire to get involved and share beautiful moments of bonding that do us proud.”

Ronaldinho titles and trophies aplenty

Jersey #10. World Champion in 2002 with the Brazilian team, elected FIFA World Player of the Year in 2004 and 2005, FIFA Ballon d’Or (Golden Ball) in 2005, FIFPRO Best Player in 2005 and 2006, Bola de Oura (Brazilian Golden Ball) in 2012, Player of the Decade in 2009… the list of titles is impressive! Adulated by the Socios of FC Barcelona, a club with which he has won several titles, including the trifecta in 2006 by winning the Spanish Championship, the Spanish SuperCup and the Champions League. After five seasons with Barcelona, Ronaldinho joined AC Milan where he was crowned Italian champion in 2011. In 2013, he won the Copa Libertadores with Atletico Mineiro, making him a unique record- holder in the world. Ronaldinho officially retired from professional football on 16 January 2018.

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RE-VOLT VALTTERI BOTTAS C42 AND ZHOU GUANYU C42 https://www.watches-news.com/re-volt-valtteri-bottas-c42-and-zhou-guanyu-c42/ Thu, 02 Jun 2022 04:49:00 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/?p=12402 MORE THAN A WATCH! For the occasion of the Monaco Grand Prix, the rebel watchmakers are making a splash with an exceptional limited-edition duo, complete with an exclusive VIP experience. As a sponsor of the Alfa Romeo F1 Team Orlen starting with the 2022 season, Rebellion is continuing the adventure it began in motorsport more […]

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MORE THAN A WATCH!

For the occasion of the Monaco Grand Prix, the rebel watchmakers are making a splash with an exceptional limited-edition duo, complete with an exclusive VIP experience.

As a sponsor of the Alfa Romeo F1 Team Orlen starting with the 2022 season, Rebellion is continuing the adventure it began in motorsport more than 10 years ago by taking part in endurance championships and the Dakar Rally with its own cars. In celebration of this new chapter in the brand’s history, the Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix provides the perfect opportunity to unveil the Re-Volt Valtteri Bottas C42 and RE-Volt Zhou Guanyu C42. What makes them special? Each timepiece, produced in a limited edition of 50, is crafted around a case machined in colored carbon. But not only! Both watches feature an aesthetic identity linked to the team’s drivers.

Thus, the Valtteri Bottas model appears in shades of white and gray, while the Guanyu Zhou watch is highlighted in red. On the openwork dial, bridges and hands, touches of blue and the ubiquitous carmine evoke the respective flags of the drivers. The tinted small seconds disc evokes the wheel of their racing car. Each timepiece also contains a piece of carbon from their respective single-seater. This piece is attached to a plate on the side with the name and number of the driver, placed on the case middle. A certificate of authenticity is provided with each watch. For all buyers, the two brands will also be offering a unique VIP experience. On the agenda: an exceptional visit of the workshops, a dinner served in the Windtunnel, and the icing on the cake, the hand-over of the RE-Volt by Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu!

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WEAP-ONE BIAXIAL FLYING TOURBILLON https://www.watches-news.com/weap-one-biaxial-flying-tourbillon/ Tue, 10 May 2022 04:44:00 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/?p=12168 IMAGINATION IN MOTION A bold design combined with an original mechanism lend this timepiece, presented exclusively during Watches & Wonders Geneva, an unparalleled modern personality. With the Weap-One Biaxial Flying Tourbillon watch, Rebellion once again shatters conventions! A flying tourbillon rotates within a 25mm diameter and 52.85mm long black sapphire and titanium diamond light coating […]

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IMAGINATION IN MOTION

A bold design combined with an original mechanism lend this timepiece, presented exclusively during Watches & Wonders Geneva, an unparalleled modern personality.

With the Weap-One Biaxial Flying Tourbillon watch, Rebellion once again shatters conventions! A flying tourbillon rotates within a 25mm diameter and 52.85mm long black sapphire and titanium diamond light coating (DLC) case. This invention endows the regulating organ with an additional soul, contributing to both the precision of the caliber and the aesthetics of the timepiece. In this instance, the mechanism is set within a frame held on either side by two plates having the same rotational speed. As if in suspension, it executes its gyrations on two axes in the space of one minute providing a veritable display of visual attraction. This ingenious hand-wound movement represents the culmination of a complex development process orchestrated in collaboration with the Concepto team.

Two discreet, flat-shaped crowns made of titanium, perfectly integrated, seal the atypical cylinder-shaped case. The one on the left serves to power the caliber with 50 hours of power reserve, the one on the right is for setting the time. The hours and minutes are displayed using two rollers positioned at the ends. Luminescent material in green is present on the numerals and on the tourbillon cage, transforming the Weap-One Biaxial Flying Tourbillon when ambient light is not available. A hypnotic choreography takes center stage. The regulating mechanism, designed to limit the negative effects of gravity, mesmerizes one’s gaze.

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T-500 https://www.watches-news.com/t-500/ Wed, 06 Apr 2022 05:04:00 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/?p=11686 HIGH PERFORMANCE For its first in-person participation at the Watches & Wonders Geneva exhibition, the brand is outperforming contemporary watchmaking with this daring new product designed for excellence. In 2010, the T-1000 watch shattered traditional conventions with an imposing case incorporating an inclined double-balance caliber with a record power reserve of 1,000 hours. This year, […]

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HIGH PERFORMANCE

For its first in-person participation at the Watches & Wonders Geneva exhibition, the brand is outperforming contemporary watchmaking with this daring new product designed for excellence.

In 2010, the T-1000 watch shattered traditional conventions with an imposing case incorporating an inclined double-balance caliber with a record power reserve of 1,000 hours. This year, Rebellion is proving that its ability to innovate is very much alive and well with the T-500 watch. The recipe remains the same: a case with a racy design of 43x47x11mm, together with a manual winding mechanism featuring an exceptional autonomy of 450 hours!

Under the domed sapphire crystal, a stunning display is revealed. The mechanism finalized by Concepto comes to life thanks to a total of 380 parts. As with the T-1000, the hours and minutes are again displayed on two parallel rollers. In addition to its extraordinary power reserve, the caliber also boasts greater precision than its illustrious predecessor thanks to the frequency of its balance, which rises to 28,800 oscillations per hour. The eloxed movement case comes in a choice of five colors: blue, red, green, orange, and black. Its presence enhances the futuristic look of the titanium or black diamond light coating (DLC) titanium case. As for the six cylinders, they are recharged with energy by means of a lever. Each is decorated with a tire etching evoking the strong link between the brand and motor racing. For the record, Rebellion was the only watchmaker to own an endurance racing team for over a decade. This year the company is a partner of the Alfa Romeo F1 Orlen team.

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RE-VOLT CHRONO DAKAR https://www.watches-news.com/re-volt-chrono-dakar/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 04:41:17 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/re-volt-chrono-dakar/ THE CALL OF THE DESERT The rebellious watchmaker, official timekeeper for the legendary rally raid for the third time in a row, celebrates the event with a limited series of its latest chronograph. With its Re-Volt Chrono Dakar watch, Rebellion whisks us off to the epicenter of the world’s most thrill-filled endurance race that takes […]

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THE CALL OF THE DESERT

The rebellious watchmaker, official timekeeper for the legendary rally raid for the third time in a row, celebrates the event with a limited series of its latest chronograph.

rebellion re volt chrono dakar 2022 profileWith its Re-Volt Chrono Dakar watch, Rebellion whisks us off to the epicenter of the world’s most thrill-filled endurance race that takes place between January 01 and 14, 2022. Like the original model, this version center stages open-styled architecture imagined around a streamlined, titanium-sculpted case (28.4 x 40.35 mm). Its perfectly unambiguous wearer-friendliness, intended to make it ever-so easy to use, conjures up the cockpit of a GT racer. In a nutshell, the hands tick over a honeycombed dial designed like the grille of a supercar. Timekeeping is done with the help of two pushers in the shape of an accelerator pedal. The 3 o’clock-set totalizer flaunts the features of a stylized rev counter. What’s more, it boasts a dragging date. All these elements, as well as the indexes, adorn a golden hue that contrasts magnificently with the case’s black DLC coating.

rebellion re volt chrono dakar 2022 closeupTime data is driven by a sturdy automatic Swiss-Made caliber (42-hour power reserve). The crown, stamped with the brand’s logo, invites to adjust the time and wind the movement. The sapphire-crystal caseback, showcasing an illustration of the key stages of the race in Saudi Arabia along with the Dakar logo, unveils the rotor that takes on a wheel rim look.

rebellion re volt chrono dakar 2022 casebackTo boost its “desert fox” personality and sporty spirit even more, each of the 20 Re-Volt Chrono Dakar pieces available are worn on a fabric strap in the colors of the rally’s sandy tracks, attached by a highly-practical Velcro® fastener.

Price: CHF26,300 rebellion-timepieces.com

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CALIM BOUHADRA: “BEING A GOOD LISTENER IS OUR MAIN QUALITY“ https://www.watches-news.com/calim-bouhadra-being-a-good-listener-is-our-main-quality/ Fri, 10 Dec 2021 12:05:19 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/calim-bouhadra-being-a-good-listener-is-our-main-quality/ On the occasion of the biennial Dubai Watch Week which took place from November 24 to 27, 2021, bringing together more than fifty watch brands in a unique setting, we had the chance to talk with Calim Bouhadra, CEO of Rebellion  Timepieces. Is this the first time Rebellion is participating in Dubai Watch Week (DWW)? […]

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On the occasion of the biennial Dubai Watch Week which took place from November 24 to 27, 2021, bringing together more than fifty watch brands in a unique setting, we had the chance to talk with Calim Bouhadra, CEO of Rebellion  Timepieces.

Is this the first time Rebellion is participating in Dubai Watch Week (DWW)? Absolutely! We have wanted to be at DWW for several years but never really had the opportunity until now because we always had a lot of events, races. I thought about it but often missed the boat, I was always too late. As we are racing in Saudi Arabia, it has become an important market for us to focus on. It didn’t make sense for us to participate in the Dakar and not be present at the DWW. But now we are there! Moreover, and this is great news for our brand and makes us very happy, we are opening our first own store in collaboration with one of our partners in Abu Dhabi.

And why Abu Dhabi and not Dubai? We already have a retailer in Dubai, and this partner in Abu Dhabi, who is very well established in the local market, suggested that we open this new store there. As we trust him, we followed him in this project.

Calim Bouhadra & Pierre-Brice Mena GPX Racing Team Principal

So it’s a 100% Rebellion store? Exactly, 100% Rebellion, mono-brand. Today, the watch industry is suffering, partly because of the covid and partly because of the market, which is in a state of flux, in full change. We are very lucky, unlike some brands, to be able to develop. And the opening of this point of sale is a proof of this development.

Before covid, there was a latent crisis that is now being expressed, but I have the impression that contrary to what we thought, it has more impact on traditional brands than on young companies, which are more reactive and creative. What do you think about this? I think you’re right, but there are many things that bother me about the current situation. Among the big brands, some are not suffering at all. Or rather, they suffer from their success, set up waiting lists that can be ten years long and for which they very often have to refuse access. This shocks me terribly. At Rebellion, we make watches and we sell our watches. They were designed for this reason.

So if I walk into your store tomorrow, show you a piece in the window that I like, I can just buy it and walk out with it, even if I am not on your customer list? Of course you can! To begin with, we are incredibly lucky to be part of a large group, Lemo, the same owner as Rebellion, which designs millions of connectors and works with more than 150,000 customers around the world, in high tech, on the ISS, on Mars. I can guarantee you that there is not a single customer among those 150,000 customers who cannot get what they want. This is part of the group’s philosophy. We communicate a lot with the customer, customize the product for the customer because that is the main quality: service. But in the watch industry, it’s unfortunately no longer about service but speculation. And what bothers me is that some brands are buying up the whole grey market, creating demand.

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Rebellion T-1000

So a good part of this demand is fictitious, in your opinion? Of course it is! But that’s not a viable way to operate. Personally, I do my job for passion, for pleasure, and I want to make products that I like and that people like. So I pay attention to my customers, I listen to their feedback, and I never want to frustrate anyone because for me a customer is a rare commodity, a gift. What I want is for them to have an experience, to get what they want, with a service, to be able to realize their dream.

Let’s say I want to buy this watch with an orange strap that was on display at DWW, if I go to the new boutique in Abu Dhabi tomorrow, will this watch be there and I can buy it? Absolutely! That’s our goal, our desire.

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Rebellion Re-Volt Chronograph

So there is no time to market, you can buy it immediately? I insist because I think that this is one of the weak points of the industry and that we need to make even more efforts in this area. Yes, absolutely. We are an independent brand, a small brand, but supported by a large group, which is quite rare. We want this brand to be “niche”, we want all our customers to have the possibility to customize their watch, so we have the ability to be very reactive. What interests me in relation to your desire to buy this watch with the orange strap, is to know if you want the same or with a yellow or red strap, if you want to have a small inscription on the side such as a birth date for example. What I’m interested in is giving you the opportunity to make this watch your own and say “Oh, that’s mine! I made it and nobody has one like me”. And this is an experience, a memory that we will keep.

Precisely, in terms of customization, how far do you go? Does the customization only concern the colors of the straps or the engraving, or can I, for example, ask for the orange border of the counters on the dial to be pink? And if so, within a reasonable waiting period? Yes, everything is possible. On the other hand, the waiting time is linked to the “depth” of the customization, so if we make major changes to the dial, if we make parts just for you, it will take about four to six weeks.

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Rebellion Predator S Three Hands Rainbow

Which is quite reasonable, because when a customer makes a special order, he expects a delay anyway Absolutely. For me, the feeling with the customer is really important. I want them to be happy and I am responsive to that. Because everything is in-house at Rebellion, there are no subcontractors and we manage our own production from start to finish in our factory, we can afford to offer this service in a relatively short time.

Let’s go back to the Abu Dhabi store, is it big? Does it face a street or is it located in a shopping mall? It’s a more or less 100 square meter store in a mall in the Etihad Towers that embodies the identity of Rebellion, so it’s racing-oriented but not too much. We are very proud of it. We present the full range of our collections, from the 3,000 USD watch to the 300,000 USD watch, as well as some unique pieces. We also have a wide range of product variations. You will certainly find what you are looking for, and if not, we will make sure that you get the watch you want.

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Rebellion Weap-One

Do you have any plans to open other flagship stores? Yes, Abu Dhabi is the first one but we have a second opening schedule  in Shanghai, with a local partner, which is delayed for the moment because of the covid situation. I am happy because the Chinese market is important for us and we want to expand there.

Opening a boutique is an important step in the life of a watch company, how do you feel about it? We realize that there is an exponential rise of the brand, and in fact 2020 was one of our best years, right in the middle of covid. We could have thought that because of the pandemic there would be a slowdown but not at all, at least not in our segment

And if it is not a secret, can you tell me about the new products planned for 2022? Yes, the new T-500, which is a bit like the T-1000, the one that best symbolizes Rebellion in my eyes and that I wear every day. It has not aged a bit, people love it. The T-500 has a power reserve of 500 hours. It retains the same proportions as the T-1000, but with a slightly modernized and internally reworked look. Also new for 2022 is a watch that is a little bit flatter, a little bit more feminine, because we have a lot of women who want to wear a Rebellion but in a thinner version. The challenge for us was to obtain an adapted, thinner mechanical caliber, because it was out of the question to take the easy way out and put a quartz movement. There is no quartz movement at Rebellion. There never will be. It is not in the spirit of our brand. These are the challenges that await us next year!

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TWENTY-ONE GMT GULF HISTORIC https://www.watches-news.com/twenty-one-gmt-gulf-historic/ Wed, 08 Dec 2021 05:10:35 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/twenty-one-gmt-gulf-historic/ RELIVE THE GOLDEN AGE OF FORMULA 1 This limited, numbered edition of 50 timepieces is presented on the occasion of a highly emotional event for racing enthusiasts of the 1970s, 80s, and 90s. From December 1st to the 3rd, the Historic Dubai Grand Prix Revival will be celebrating the 40th anniversary of the first Formula […]

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RELIVE THE GOLDEN AGE OF FORMULA 1

This limited, numbered edition of 50 timepieces is presented on the occasion of a highly emotional event for racing enthusiasts of the 1970s, 80s, and 90s.

From December 1st to the 3rd, the Historic Dubai Grand Prix Revival will be celebrating the 40th anniversary of the first Formula 1 Grand Prix held in the UAE city. Rebellion, a partner of this competition, will make its presence felt at this race by having four of its ambassadors compete on the track in their vintage racing cars. The brand is also unveiling an exclusive sporty chic limited edition. The Twenty-One GMT Gulf Historic watch retains the elegant cushion-shaped steel casing and the layout inspired by the design of the steering wheel of the iconic classic cars of the original model. This new variation takes on a vintage look, combining the timeless black of the watch casing with warm, copper-colored accents. In this dynamic arrangement, the hours are displayed at 12 o’clock via a rotating disc similar to the counter of the sculptural American Pony Car. The minutes are marked by an imposing red hand identical to that of a rev counter. At 8 o’clock, the second time zone appears thanks to a rotating disc, while at 4 o’clock, a small swift second hand is displayed.

rebellion twenty one gmt gulf historic 2021 closeupAll time data is coordinated by a precise Swiss Made caliber. This self-winding movement produces at a minimum 42 hours of power reserve.

rebellion twenty one gmt gulf historic 2021 casebackTo further emphasize its vintage personality, the timepiece comes with a comfortable nubuck leather strap. This wristband comes in orange, brown, and green. All are stamped with the Gulf Historic logo.

Price: €6,624 rebellion-timepieces.com

By Dan Diaconu

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RE-VOLT SKELETONIZED GTWC https://www.watches-news.com/re-volt-skeletonized-gtwc/ Thu, 09 Sep 2021 03:03:38 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/re-volt-skeletonized-gtwc/ THE RACE FOR DNA To celebrate the 74th edition of one of Europe’s most prestigious motorsport endurance races, the rebellious watchmaker unveiled a timepiece totally in tune with the event. Following in the footsteps of the Twenty-One GMT and Wraith Chronograph GTWC limited series, Rebellion launched its RE-Volt Skeletonized GTWC model during the 24 Hours […]

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THE RACE FOR DNA

To celebrate the 74th edition of one of Europes most prestigious motorsport endurance races, the rebellious watchmaker unveiled a timepiece totally in tune with the event.

Following in the footsteps of the Twenty-One GMT and Wraith Chronograph GTWC limited series, Rebellion launched its RE-Volt Skeletonized GTWC model during the 24 Hours of Spa in Belgium, held from July 29 to August 1st this year. The Swiss brand, official timekeeper for this legendary race and partner of the organizer GT World Challenge Europe Powered by AWS, inspirits this novel red-and-black dressed variation with its passion for motor racing. Like the other references in the collection, this watch’s skeletonized caliber is hovered over by a pair of hour and minute hands coated with luminescent material. The anti-reflective sapphire crystal either side of the case invites light to circulate freely. All the components of this layered mechanical architecture are perfectly centre staged and, at the same time, set off the watch’s one-of-a-kind style. The ensemble is protected by the rectangular case (40.35 x 38.5 x 13.5 mm) crafted in forged carbon. This case features random marbling designs. As such, each piece is different from the others.

rebellion revolt gtwc closeupThis series is driven by the in-house developed caliber assembled using 165 components. The hand-wound movement, set at a frequency of 28,000 vibrations an hour, (4 Hz), delivers a power reserve of at least 48 hours.

rebellion revolt gtwc casebackLike all Rebellion watches, the RE-Volt Skeletonized GTWC is complemented by a sturdy yet comfortable black vulcanized rubber strap attached by a folding clasp.

Price on request rebellion-timepieces.com

By Dan Diaconu

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PREDATOR GPX RACING https://www.watches-news.com/predator-gpx-racing/ Wed, 25 Aug 2021 03:01:10 +0000 https://www.watches-news.com/predator-gpx-racing/ CUT OUT FOR VICTORY To celebrate the 24 Hours of Spa which took place from July 29 to 01 August this year, the rebellious watchmaker unveiled two limited-series Predator pieces flying high the colors of the GPX Racing Team. During the endurance race, organized on the Belgium’s legendary Spa-Francorchamps racetrack, Rebellion, GPX Racing’s partner, showcased […]

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CUT OUT FOR VICTORY

To celebrate the 24 Hours of Spa which took place from July 29 to 01 August this year, the rebellious watchmaker unveiled two limited-series Predator pieces flying high the colors of the GPX Racing Team.

During the endurance race, organized on the Belgium’s legendary Spa-Francorchamps racetrack, Rebellion, GPX Racing’s partner, showcased two watches produced in small 20-piece editions. The Predator 3 Hands GPX Racing takes on the features of the original model brought to life through the inspirational sketches of designer Éric Giroud. To ensure optimal readability under any conditions of light, the hour and minute hands hover over rhodium-plated indexes coated with Super-LumiNova®. This time data comes into play in a scenescape that flies high the team’s iconic colors. In short, the multi-layered dial featuring a sky-blue honeycomb-patterned base is encircled by a vibrant red flange. The sequential seconds hand along with the ring set on the winding crown boast this same intense hue. A cobalt azure, in particular enhancing the eight logo-adorned screws positioned on the bezel, sets off the ensemble. The watch’s light, sturdy, 48 mm-diameter titanium case protects the automatic RE-9 caliber developed by Concepto.

rebellion predator gpx racing both modelsAs for the Predator S GPX Racing, it embraces automotive design that’s just as original and daring. Given its reduced 42 mm diameter, this up-to-the-minute, sporty titanium-fashioned piece suits all wrists. What’s more, it has everything it takes with its Swiss Made automatic movement.

rebellion predator gpx racing 3 hands dial closeupTo ensure ultra-comfortable, secure wearing, these two Predator editions are complemented by a vulcanized rubber strap attached by a folding clasp.

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