Handcrafted DR-02 Bi-Compax Watch
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ROYTER WATCHES
Founded by New York watchmaker Dan Royter, ROYTER Watches has evolved into a prestigious independent luxury brand, celebrated for its bespoke, hand-finished timepieces designed for both elegance and daily wear. Inspired by Dan’s devotion to traditional, hand-decorated watchmaking, ROYTER is built on a philosophy of uncompromising craftsmanship, precision, and detail at every stage.
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Craftsmanship
MOVEMENT
Mechanical, self-winding chronograph, with double quick set day/date indicator
CALIBRE
DR-1000 Swiss Made
Modified Chronometer Grade ETA-7750 with Glucydur balance, Incabloc shock protection, Anchron alloy hairspring - Regulated In-House in 6 position to +2/-2 sec/day
FINISHING
Hand finished hammers with straight graining, micro-blasting, hand beveling & Côtes de Genève on the bridge with hand carved & polished screw counter sinks, hand mirror black polished screws, Perlage on the main plate, hand engraved, hand beveled, hand polished rotor with Côtes de Genève
FUNCTIONS
Center hour, minute and chrono seconds hands. Small seconds hand at 9 o'clock. Day/Date Indicator at 3 o'clock. Chronograph 30-minute counter at 12 o'clock and 12-hour counter at 6 o'clock
WINDING
Unidirectional self-winding via rotor or crown
POWER RESERVE
Approx. 42 hours
CASE FEATURES
Hand polished Monobloc case, with brushed case flanks and mirror polished lugs. Sapphire crystal screw-down case back with circular brushing and polished edges, pump type pushers, polished two step screw down bezel with mirror finish inner edge.
DIAMETER
41.8 mm
LUG TO LUG
50.5mm
THICKNESS
Flat profile 13.6 mm
MATERIAL
316L Stainless Steel
BEZEL
Stainless Steel Step Bezel
WINDING CROWN
Non Screw-down water resistant crown with R logo
CRYSTAL
Flat front and back, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with hard anti-reflective coating from both sides
WATER-RESISTANCE
Waterproof to 50 meters
MODEL CASE
MOVEMENT
DIAL
Rich high gloss lacquered or sunburst, with hand applied diamond shaped mirror polished indexes, sub registers with fine mirrored inner bezel & concentric snelling, long lasting Super-LumiNova luminous dots for night visibility
HANDS
Dauphine type, rhodium pleated hour and minute hands with Super-LumiNova luminous for long lasting night visibility
STRAP
Our leather straps and crafted by seasoned artisans with the highest level of technical execution. Made from 100% genuine, top grade exotic skin leather material and fitted on a stainless steel single deployant Royter folding clasp
Our rubber straps are made from Anti- allergic fluoroelastomer rubber and fitted with stainless steel Royter pin type buckle
DIAL / HANDS / STRAP
Watch Specifications
ROYTER watches are equipped with the prestigious Valjoux 7753 chronograph movement, known for its chronometer certification. The DR-02 Bi-Compax movement, hand-finished by Dan Royter, features straight-grained and micro-blasted hammers, hand-beveled bridges with Côtes de Genève, and intricately polished screw countersink holes. Enhanced by black-polished screws and a hand-beveled rotor with gold plating, it exemplifies refined craftsmanship.
Each bespoke timepiece is crafted to your specifications, with a handcrafted dial available in bespoke colors and finishes. The watch includes hand-finished hour and minute rings, applied numerals and indexes, and sub-registers with delicate concentric snailing. The steel hands are also handcrafted, beveled, straight-grained, and heat-blued, completing the watch’s elegant design.
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Hand Decorated Movement
Custom Lacquered Hands
Hand lacquered chronograph hands became the signature design feature for ROYTER luxury watches and is a form of art on its own. The lacquer is carefully applied to each individual hand using various colors chosen by the client. The process requires a highly trained eye, steady hand and high level of skill. During the execution, it is important to maintain 100% focus and concentration for the result to be perfect.
ROYTER custom tailored luxury leather straps are individually handcrafted by a seasoned artisan with the highest level of technical execution. Using wide range of colors and textures they are made to measure from 100% genuine, top grade exotic leather materials and fitted on a stainless steel ROYTER single deployant folding clasp. No detail is overlooked and every stitch is truly flawless
Luxury Handmade Leather Strap
CASE FEATURES
Hand polished monobloc case with brushed case flanks & mirror polished lugs; polished pump style pushers; two step polished screw down bezel with mirror polished inner edge; see through caseback, non screw-down water resistant crown with R logo
DIAMETER
41.8 mm
LUG TO LUG / LUG WIDTH
50.5mm / 20mm
THICKNESS
Flat profile 13.6 mm
MATERIAL
316L Stainless Steel
CRYSTAL
Flat front and back, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with hard anti-reflective coating from both sides
WATER-RESISTANCE
Waterproof to 50 meters
MOVEMENT
Swiss made, mechanical chronometer grade self-winding chronograph, Valjoux ETA-7750 with glucydur balance, incabloc shock protection, anchron alloy hairspring; regulated In-house in 6 position to +2/-2 sec/day
HAND FINISHING
Hand finished hammers with straight graining, micro-blasting, hand beveling & Côtes de Genève on the bridge, hand carved & polished screw counter sink holes, black polished screws, Perlage on the main plate, hand engraved, hand beveled, hand polished rotor with Côtes de Genève
FUNCTIONS
Center hour, minute and chrono seconds hands, continues small seconds hand at 9 o'clock, quick set day/date Indicator at 3 o'clock, chronograph 30-minute counter at 12 o'clock, 12-hour counter at 6 o'clock
WINDING
Unidirectional self-winding via rotor or crown
POWER RESERVE
Approx. 42 hours
DIAL
Rich high gloss lacquered or sunburst, with hand applied diamond shaped mirror polished indexes, sub registers with fine mirrored inner bezel & concentric snelling, long lasting Super-LumiNova luminous dots for night visibility
HANDS
Dauphine type, rhodium pleated hour and minute hands with Super-LumiNova luminous for long lasting night visibility;
center chronograph hand lacquered with unique colors by hand
STRAP
Our leather straps and crafted by seasoned artisans with the highest level of technical execution from 100% genuine, top grade exotic leather materials, fitted on a stainless steel single action Royter deployant folding clasp;
The rubber straps are made from 100% anti- allergic fluoroelastomer rubber and fitted on a stainless steel ROYTER pin type buckle
MANUFACTURED
Parts are manufactured in Switzerland, hand finished and assembled in NYC, USA
Hand Finished Winding Rotor
Each winding rotor is shaped and finished using traditional techniques. Using special hand-held burnishing tools the edges are cut, smoothed and beveled along the edge at an angle of 45 degrees. After, the bevels are carefully polished by hand with various density pith-wood sticks and diamond paste to create the final mirror polish. Finally the rotor is hand engraved with the ROYTER logo and dipped in plating solution for the final bright white or rose gold finish.
Hand Polished Watch Case
Using cutting - edge equipment in harmony with the highest quality standards, each ROYTER watch case is carefully polished and finely satin brushed by hand to perfection. To achieve ideal depth of brilliance this process requires a steady hand, an intense attention to detail and many years of experience. It presents undeniable sophistication, pursuit of perfection and aesthetic refinement at every angle.
How It All Started
Founded by Dan Royter, an inspired New York watchmaker, ROYTER Watches has evolved into a prestigious independent luxury brand, celebrated for its bespoke, hand-finished timepieces designed for both elegance and daily wear. Born from Dan's deep passion for hand-decorated luxury watches, ROYTER embodies a commitment to unparalleled craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail.
Each ROYTER timepiece reflects Dan’s unwavering pursuit of excellence. He is personally involved in the design and finishing of every piece, ensuring that no two watches are ever alike. Every watch carries its own identity, shaped by meticulous craftsmanship and refined aesthetics.Production is limited to a very small number of pieces per year. This allows each watch to receive the level of focus, attention, and exacting hand-finishing normally reserved for private commissions. Such exclusivity has captured the interest of serious collectors who seek more than a timepiece. They seek a true expression of independent haute horlogerie. ROYTER is not produced. It is created, one watch at a time.
Dan is personally involved in the design, crafting, and finishing of every watch, ensuring that no two pieces are ever alike. Each timepiece develops its own character through intentional detailing, meticulous workmanship, and refined aesthetics.
Production is intentionally limited to only a small number of watches per year. This exclusivity allows each piece to receive the same level of focus, precision, and nuanced finishing typically reserved for private commissions. ROYTER appeals to those who value the intimate world of independent watchmaking, where ownership is a personal relationship with the maker rather than just a transaction. To own one is to know the creator, the process, and the story behind the watch.
ROYTER watches are not produced. They are created, one at a time.
Bespoke DR-02 Chronograph
Every ROYTER watch begins as a creative pursuit rather than a product. Dan sketches, forms, and refines each design himself, shaping the architecture of the movement and the visual language of the dial. His design philosophy prioritizes purity and balance, resulting in timepieces that are instantly recognizable and deeply personal.
Once the design is finalized, the components move to Dan’s bench, where finishing becomes a discipline of patience and precision. Surfaces are straight-grained by hand, bevels are shaped with files and polished to a mirror edge, and every detail is refined until the watch reflects the standard he holds for himself, not the industry. The work is slow, intentional, and guided by the belief that true beauty is earned, not manufactured.