Calibre R82 Mark 2 Double Ardillon Buckle

The Calibre R82 is, without a doubt, the most complicated piece in the ROLAND ITEN collection with over 150 engineered parts. In contrast, however, to the serious mechanics which comprise this buckle, the Gentleman who prefers discretion may choose to wear the R82 because it reveals no more than a traditional solid gold frame. The principle upon which the R82 functions is tension. With one smooth movement, the buckle lever transports the ardillon across the carriage by 35mm. The same lever movement tightens two integrated springs in the hinges on either side of the buckle which activates a locking mechanism securing the buckle in the active wear position. To convert the buckle to the relaxed position, two side triggers are employed which ejects the buckle lever instantly, thereby releasing the tension. The stealth speed at which this belt performs has inspired its code name 'Cobra'.

Interview with Roland Iten Video of the Calibre R82 Double Ardillon

Calibre R8 double ardillon

Made on demand only. Limited Series.

Roland Iten

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MECHANICAL FEATURES

  • TEN AXLE CONSTRUCTION
  • TENSION ENHANCED SPRING EXPANDING MECHANISM
  • UNIQUE LOCK AND RELEASE LEVER
  • UNIQUE REVERSIBLE TWO SIDED DOUBLE ARDILLON BELT CARRIAGE
  • FRONT ACTIVIATED BELT CLIP
  • SOLID GOLD AND TITANIUM ARCHITECTURE

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