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In a testament to the enduring appeal of independent watchmaking, baldywatchman shares his excitement over the arrival of his De Bethune DB Digitale. This article delves into the unique charm of this reference, exploring why it continues to captivate collectors and stands as a significant piece within De Bethune's innovative catalog. baldywatchman's initial post, featuring his personal photographs, sparked a discussion among enthusiasts about the watch's design and growing recognition.
De Bethune DB28 Reference DB28
The DB28 represents De Bethune's approach to contemporary haute horlogerie, featuring the brand's distinctive floating lug design within a 42.6mm case format. This reference showcases the manufacture's technical capabilities through its extended power reserve specification and proprietary movement caliber.
The 42.6mm titanium case houses the manual-winding caliber DB2115, delivering a 120-hour power reserve. The silver dial is protected by sapphire crystal, while the characteristic floating lugs define the case architecture. Water resistance extends to 30 meters, and the watch is completed with a leather strap.
This reference appeals to collectors focused on independent Swiss manufacture capabilities and contemporary case design. The DB28 represents De Bethune's technical approach to manual-winding movements, particularly notable for collectors interested in extended power reserve complications. Production commenced in 2010, positioning this reference within the brand's modern catalog offerings.
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Looks amazing. Such a great watch. Congratulations and enjoy.
...run the other way, and that the disc should rotate counter clockwise? Maybe it's just me...but me and my wife have totally opposite preferences of how the swiping and scrolling on our laptops work too : )
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