Description

In 2008, De Bethune introduced the DB25 collection, their first classic watch with an automatic calibre.
The DB25 collection has a very pure and classic design mixed with technological innovation to create unique timepieces. The 44 mm-diameter round case gives this collection its character which is inspired by a drum shape and features slender and resolutely classic lines, subtly enlivened by the hollowed lugs which characteristic of the DB25 family. This ultra-progressive timepiece features a hand guilloché dial and what has become a De Bethune signature: a three dimensional spherical moon phase display made of titanium and platinum and accurate up to 122 years.

For this timepiece, De Bethune has developed an automatic mechanical calibre, benefiting from the latest research and technology of the Manufacture and notably uniting moon phases with an impressive power reserve of 6 days.
This creation is distinguished by the many ways in which the light plays across the materials and the complex dial architecture. The dark gleam of hand-polished and blued titanium, the sparkling twinkle of the white gold stars, and the muted glow of the curved polished steel hands.

The depth of this star-studded sky is revealed through the alternating curves that are convex on the outside for the chapter ring, and concave in the center. The hands are polished and bend down to the dial for a better read; the famous spherical moon shines at 12 o’clock which provides the exceptionally accuracy of the moon-phase display.

The present DB25L is perfectly in sync with the De Bethune philosophy of not wanting to repeat the past but to continuously go forward and bring new ideas and mix traditional designs with innovative technical movements.

De Bethune – bio

Created in 2002 by David Zanetta, a collector of vintage timepieces and art, and Denis Flageollet, a genius watchmaker who started his career restoring vintage timepieces and developing extremely complicated movements for others, De Bethune has gained a reputation amongst collectors as one of the originators of creative contemporary independent watchmaking.Since its creation, De Bethune has given birth to 30 in-house calibers, a dozen patent registrations and over 18 world premiere innovations. An amazing track-record for such a young brand.