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Beauty is subjective and I have never really been impressed with chronographs as their dials were either too cluttered with the sub dials and various scales, or the watches have been too thick,. My threshold for thickness is quite ruthless at 10mm as I do...  

That movement is stunning. I cannot see any pushers - is the chronograph operated via the crown? Best of luck with the wait, I hope it does not end up too long

Yes it is a monopusher so the chronograph function is operated via the crown. A perfect example of 'less is more'! I would happily wait a few years for this masterpiece - the wait adds to the desirability of the watch and final ownership experience.

Interesting to hear your preference for thickness. For me the lug to lug measurement is more crucial though. For smaller wrists, preferably this measurement should be no more than 49mm, and also depends on how curved down the lugs are. Never had an issue ... 

Thank you for your input. The lug to lug size is crucial I agree and for me 48mm would be the maximum which is coincidentally the lug to lug length of my incoming 42.2mm Frodsham. I am quite uncomfortable wearing thick watches simply because they are more... 

I also love it and these ogive-shaped lugs are simply superb. But the diameter is 42.4mm if I am not mistaking and I thought you consider only restrained size case for you have a chicken wrist size just like me What a beautiful watch front and back side, ... 

I ordered a Frodsham in 2021 and it measures 42.2mm. When I tried it on last year, I was pleasantly surprised how well the watch fitted on my wrist thanks to the short curved lugs. This De Bethune also has short curved lugs which will contribute to its we...  

I tried on the watch in London last year. The prices are going to go through the roof on this one…. I cringe at the thought of how much I am going to pay at the end of my waiting… Best Gatsby

Lucky you! The wait on a desirable timepiece for me will always be worth it. I waited almost 6 years for the RW Smith Series 1 and equally as long for the Charles Frodsham watch so I am prepared for a long wait.

As I ordered one.

If you ordered one last year, I think you should be getting it in 2029 or 2030 depending on when during 2022 you ordered it. I am partly guilty for your long wait as I have managed to introduce four of my friends to the brand so far. And yes, thank goodne... 

It appears a lot of consideration was given to the dial layout and avoiding common modern chronograph pitfalls, such as sub-registers that are squished at the centre of the dial. It is really a pet peeve of mine. The use of the larger minutes sub-register... 

I am glad we share similar sentiments when it comes to chronographs. Although many of the new releases have not appeared yet, I dare say this De Bethune is going to be one of the highlights of Watches and Wonders.

It has kept me awake all night!

Price pulls a business card from an inside coat pocket and holds it up for their inspection: "PAUL OWEN, PIERCE & PIERCE, MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS." Bateman swallows, speechless. The sound in the room dies down and all we hear is a faint heartbeat as Bate... 

Well, this watch has had the same impact on me. I might even forgo the Bugatti Baby ll to help finance the purchase of the De Bethune. Yes I know, that is one huge sacrifice but that is how highly I rate this latest offering from De Bethune.

Go where your heart tells you!

I know how partial you are to the Bugatti but when one is not hyper rich, something has to give when contemplating the purchase of an expensive timepiece. I actually like it that way because it makes me appreciate every purchase. Perhaps I am being short ... 

The watch is ideal for anyone who likes simple, legible and understated dials.

The Biver triumphs with its complications but the design (let's forget about the price!!) may be deemed surprisingly unappealing to many.

Many chronograph owners rarely use the functions on their watches. This is more than enough for my needs. More importantly is the elegant and simple dial, thin case and shape of the lugs and the well finished movement for me.

For me, it is the dial of the watch that matters the most since this is what we see the most of, and also how well it fits on one's wrist.

Congrats in advance 🤗 ...  

I purposely decided not to be in Geneva to avoid being tempted by any new pieces but such is the allure of the De Bethune that it is a must have for me! Unfortunately, I am not sure if I may be allocated one but I shall try my best. The watch looks great ... 

But overall a amazing and beautiful DB 👌🏻 hope you will get one my friend

But quite interestingly this DB8 chrono is actually thinner than the DB10 probably because the latter had a self winding movement. Also, the DB10 came in gold whereas the DB8 is in titanium. I must confess that I was not aware of the DB10 until you mentio...  

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Looks great!

Have this one for a few years now .

That DB10 is one of my favourites in your collection, together with the CC1.

I think allocation for this watch might be tough although I am not limiting myself to one avenue. I love it and thanks for offering me to send me more photos but I shall decline only because between photos of your wrist, Joshua's, Mahesh's and our dear wa... 

Time will tell. I shall be in Geneva next month(yes I know, six week too late!!) and have an appointment in the boutique.

I think applied numerals would have been great on this watch. Just a touch of pop.

Yes because you are right the numerals will pop out but no because the whole ethos of English watchmaking is the under statetedness of the dials.