De Bethune DB28 End of Summer Wristshots
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De Bethune DB28 End of Summer Wristshots

By Fastwong · Sep 6, 2024 · 25 replies
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Fastwong shares a series of stunning photographs capturing the De Bethune DB28 on its rubber strap, marking the close of summer. His annual tradition of documenting this timepiece offers a unique perspective on its versatility and aesthetic appeal in various settings. The post invites readers to appreciate the DB28's design and Fastwong's distinctive photographic style.

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It was a long hot summer away from an office so the DB28 on rubber was a constant companion this year. Looking forward to fall and leather strap weather!













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

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AuHavrePro
Sep 6, 2024
😎👍

Wonderful watch, wonderful setting!

FA
Fastwong
Sep 9, 2024
Thank you! End of summer tradition to get the same shot every year

Last year

FA
Fastwong
Sep 9, 2024
Thank you! End of summer tradition to get the same shot every year

DI
Dimardi
Sep 6, 2024
Gorgeous 😍

Awesome and spectacular watch. Looks great on the orange rubber strap!

FA
Fastwong
Sep 9, 2024
TY! I appreciate that DB makes a ton of straps available even for not that many watches, no limited strap games 😜

AM
amanico
Sep 6, 2024
Superb photos, especially the first three. And the last two. Well, all of them. :)))) Terrific watch, mon ami.

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