Independents

Dear Purists, I was wondering if someone knows how healthy is the brand I discovered they decided to step back from the forthcoming SIHH, the website seems not updated, their IG account randomly posts some pics,... Early signs of De Bethune coping with so... 

Hi Luca, While it'll be out of my depth to comment on the health of De Bethune, my AD did tell me earlier in the year that DB will prioritize on making high complications. I think that's potentially a good move both horologically and strategically. The co...  

From De Bethune. I would expect they are struggling a little at the moment during this tough time but I really do hope they continue to produce the most stunning futuristic complex creations. Would be great if someone had a contact at De Bethune and could... 

if all the independents abandon the time only segment and focus on high end complications. I really think they should produce a simple time only watch in order to satisfy collectors with lower budgets who when times improve have the brand experience and l... 

and I agree with every word you said.

I was discussing this with a friend yesterday. Felt that every brand should try to build a strong time only entry piece, entice people in from there, and try to build brand loyalty and ownership of the brand from time-only right up to grand complications.... 

Something makes me feel not so optimistic... Hope to have some confirmation soon that my thoughts are wrong Best Luca

But just want to say thumbs up for the brand. Always liked their futuristic and technical designs but they really shine through with their quality as most similar looking stuff seems to take a short cut on that aspect.

I was at a recent independent watch exhibition in Taiwan and have asked one of the independent watch maker about DB (I own a DB28). The news was not good, DB missed the exhibition in Taiwan and financially they are not well, which is a pity because they m... 

I really hope the will find the right way to prosper and continue to amaze us with their creations Current signs do not make me feel safe on this, let\'s wait and see Thanks for everyone for participating Best Luca