The De Bethune Maxichrono in Titanium, reference DB28MCTN, seamlessly integrates the classic chronograph, a traditional method of measuring elapsed time, into the contemporary DB28 collection. This fusion of old and new is evident in both its design and technical construction, resulting in a timepiece that embodies a harmonious blend of traditional heritage and modern styling. The DB28 Maxichrono, equipped with De Bethune\u2019s absolute clutch system, serves as a precise and reliable time-measuring instrument, showcasing a strong and unique identity.<\/p>\n
Dial: The three-dimensional silver dial is constructed on different levels to maximize readability. From the center to the periphery, it features a central hours counter, an hour ring, a minutes ring and minutes counter, and an outer ring graduated to 1\/10th of a second for the seconds counter. Flame-blued, polished steel Arabic numerals serve as hour markers.<\/p>\n
Hands: The watch is equipped with five curved central hands. The hours and minutes hands, as well as the chronograph and seconds indicators, are made of hand-polished and flame-blued steel. The chronograph minutes indicator is crafted in rose gold.
\nCrafted from lightweight titanium, the 45mm case of the Maxichrono is designed with De Bethune’s signature floating lugs, ensuring a comfortable fit on any wrist. The heart of this timepiece, the in-house calibre DB2030, is a manual-winding movement featuring a 24-hour chronograph function. Visible through the sapphire crystal case back, the movement showcases meticulously hand-finished components, including a titanium and platinum oscillating weight.<\/p>\n
Accompanied by a black alligator leather strap and secured with a titanium pin buckle, the De Bethune Maxichrono in Titanium DB28MCTN represents a perfect blend of tradition and innovation. This exceptional watch is a testament to De Bethune’s dedication to advancing horological design and craftsmanship.<\/p>\n
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De Bethune – bio<\/strong><\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\n