De Bethune DB28 Special Edition: A Collector's Perspective on Comfort and Customization

Rick.On.Watches · 2020-10-27T07:39:07Z

Explore the De Bethune DB28 Special Edition, a limited GPHG-winning timepiece. Discover collector insights on its unique short lugs, comfort, and customization options.

Rick.On.Watches

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Rick.On.Watches introduces his newly acquired De Bethune DB28 Special Edition, a limited production piece celebrating the brand's 2011 GPHG win. His post highlights the watch's comfort and unique customization options, offering a collector's perspective on this significant independent horology creation. This article delves into the nuances of owning such a distinctive timepiece, particularly focusing on its wearability and aesthetic flexibility.

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LE of 50 pieces to celebrate their GPHG win in 2011. This one had the bezel insert replaced with the “regular” bezel insert (I purchased with both versions). So light and comfortable.

About the De Bethune DB28 Ref. DB28

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.

Specifications

Caliber: DB2115

Case: Titanium

Diameter: 42.6 mm

Dial: Silver

Water Resist.: 30m

Crystal: Sapphire

Key Points from the Discussion

The availability of different lug lengths for the DB28 significantly impacts wearability, with shorter lugs often preferred for smaller wrists. De Bethune offers customization, allowing owners to swap lug sizes during service or purchase new with either option.
The De Bethune DB28, particularly models with shorter lugs, remains a highly sought-after piece among collectors, often appearing on wish lists due to its distinctive design and comfort.
De Bethune's willingness to fit shorter lugs on DB28 models, even for pre-owned pieces, underscores their commitment to client satisfaction and customization, though specific costs and material availability may vary.
De Bethune is recognized for pushing the boundaries of modern watchmaking, creating timepieces that are both artistically innovative and technically sophisticated, appealing to those who appreciate contemporary horological design.
De Bethune sets a high industry standard by ensuring their visually striking watches are also exceptionally comfortable to wear, a crucial factor for collectors of high-end independent timepieces.

The Discussion

Lankysudanese

Oct 27, 2020

That is quite “the watch”

Dripping with haute horological goodness Wear it in good health

Mohannad (aka Riddler)

Oct 27, 2020

A masterpiece watch , major congrats [nt]

Watchonthewrist

Oct 27, 2020

Huge Congrats, thats one amazing and beautiful

DB . Love it . Wear it with great pride