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All2636Laurent Ferrier182MB&F138H. Moser122De Bethune115Kari Voutilainen103Gronefeld97F.P. Journe96Habring²76Romain Gauthier72Parmigiani71Urwerk70Greubel Forsey66Hentschel65Rexhep Rexhepi51Vianney Halter47Lang & Heyne46Moritz Grossmann40MING35Sarpaneva34Peter Speake-Marin30Voutilainen28Laine26Pascal Coyon25Roger W. Smith23Czapek23Ochs und Junior20Speake-Marin18Hajime Asaoka18Urban Jürgensen18Christophe Claret17
Independents

De Bethune DB25 Starry Varius GMT New York Tour

Modernahab · Mar 30, 2026
See the De Bethune DB25 Starry Varius GMT on a personal tour of New York City. Modernahab shares stunning photos of this independent watchmaker s creation at iconic landmarks.
41 replies1039 views
Independents

De Bethune x Louis Vuitton Collaboration Watch

m2 · Feb 2, 2026
Explore the De Bethune x Louis Vuitton collaboration. Collectors debate the aesthetic impact and brand integration of this unique partnership.
30 replies2405 views
Innovation

De Bethune DB25: Movement Innovation & Design

amanico · Jan 19, 2026
Explore the De Bethune DB25 movement's unique design, inspired by nature and sci-fi. Discover collector insights on its unparalleled aesthetics and horological significance.
26 replies1412 views
Collection

De Bethune DB28: Independent Watch Review

m2 · Oct 2, 2025
Explore m2's journey to the De Bethune DB28, a modern icon. Discover why its unique design, heat-blued titanium, and floating lugs captivate collectors.
41 replies5226 views
Collection

De Bethune DB28 Collection: Owners & Insights

m2 · Sep 13, 2025
Explore the De Bethune DB28: a collector's review of its wearability, unique articulating lugs, and exceptional finishing. Insights from WatchProSite members on this independent haute horlogerie masterpiece.
34 replies4752 views
Photography

De Bethune DB25 Starry Varius Rose Gold (DB25VRS)

christianch · Apr 27, 2025
Explore the De Bethune DB25 Starry Varius Rose Gold (DB25VRS) through stunning collector photography. Discover insights on its design, wearability, and market presence.
33 replies3858 views
Collection

De Bethune DB25 Starry Varius Reunited Review

christianch · Apr 25, 2025
Explore the enduring appeal of the De Bethune DB25 Starry Varius in rose gold. Christianch's 'reunited' review highlights its unique design, rarity, and why it's a collector's grail.
47 replies5362 views
Independents

Independent Watchmakers Dream Watches

quattro · Jan 13, 2025
Explore Yosuke Sekiguchi's Primevère, a luxury watch celebrated for its traditional caliber and exquisite craftsmanship. Discover why collectors are drawn to its unique movement and design.
27 replies3903 views
Collection

De Bethune DB28XP and Beyond: A Collector's Showcase

mrds · Nov 8, 2024
Explore the unique world of De Bethune watches. Collectors share their DB28XP, DBSWS1, and DB10 models, discussing design, movements, and collecting insights.
39 replies6827 views
Wristshot

De Bethune DB28 End of Summer Wristshots

Fastwong · Sep 6, 2024
Explore Fastwong s stunning end-of-summer photography featuring the De Bethune DB28 on its rubber strap. Discover why this independent timepiece is a constant companion.
25 replies4080 views
Independents

De Bethune DB28 Grande Comp Hands-On

GMTMaster · May 5, 2024
Explore GMTMaster s hands-on experience with De Bethune Grande Comp and F.P. Journe watches. Discover insights from collectors on these independent haute horlogerie pieces.
20 replies2142 views
New Release

New Release: Purple Dial Watch

ArmisT · Apr 10, 2024
Explore the DeBethune DB28xs Purple Rain, a new release featuring heated titanium. Collectors discuss its design, wearability, and potential as a future classic.
36 replies5803 views
Collection

De Bethune DB28 Steel Wheels: Review

Cozmopak · Dec 13, 2023
Explore Cozmopak's journey to consolidate his luxury watch collection, highlighting the De Bethune DB28 Steel Wheels as a pinnacle of independent watchmaking. Discover collector insights.
23 replies4609 views
Collection

Diverse Watch Collection: Sport & Dress

sham1 · Dec 13, 2023
Explore sham1's 'two extremes' watch collection featuring the De Bethune DB8 monopusher chronograph and a playful Mr Jones jump hour. A unique take on horological diversity.
33 replies5818 views
Collection

Grail Watch Collection: Top Picks

sham1 · Dec 13, 2023
Explore the De Bethune DB8 monopusher chronograph, a collector's grail. Discover its unique design, exceptional wearability, and the allure of its clean dial and precise movement.
94 replies20640 views
Community

Watch Enthusiast Community Discussion

holdemchamp1225 · Nov 27, 2023
Explore the Bali Horological Retreat, a unique gathering of luxury watch collectors, featuring independent brands like De Bethune and Chopard, and a charity auction for orphans.
35 replies5763 views
Reference Guide

De Bethune DB27 JPS Reference Guide

ArmisT · Oct 13, 2023
Explore the De Bethune DB27 Titan Hawk JPS: a deep dive into its unique heat-treated titanium, JPS colorway, and futuristic design. Discover collector insights.
20 replies3420 views
Market

Watch Market: To Sell or Not to Sell Guide

El Padre · Sep 27, 2023
Considering selling a De Bethune for an A. Lange & Söhne Odysseus? Explore expert advice on selling independent watches, market trends, and collector insights.
85 replies15425 views
Collection

De Bethune DB25 Starry Varius Rose Gold: A Collector's First Impressions

christianch · Aug 31, 2023
Explore the De Bethune DB25 Starry Varius Rose Gold through a collector's review. Discover its unique dial, allocation insights, and why it's a coveted independent watch.
35 replies6330 views
Collection

De Bethune DB25: Owner's Guide & Insights

christianch · Aug 29, 2023
Explore the De Bethune DB25 Starry Varius and DB35 with insights from WatchProSite collectors. Understand pricing, availability, and ownership experiences.
46 replies14625 views
Collection

Luxury Watch Collection: Avoiding Common Mistakes

Fastwong · Jul 17, 2023
Fastwong's near-miss with selling his De Bethune DB28 sparks a debate on 'grail' watches and collection policies. Discover why some watches are irreplaceable.
37 replies6474 views
Photography

De Bethune DB28 Robot Toy Watch Photography

holdemchamp1225 · Jul 11, 2023
Join the fun: share your crazy, zany watch photos! Holdemchamp1225 pairs his De Bethune DB28 with robot toys for a freaky, badass look.
20 replies2744 views
New Release

Top Chronograph Watches: Best New Releases

sham1 · Mar 26, 2023
Explore the De Bethune DB8 Chronograph, a monopusher redefining elegance with its ultra-thin 9.2mm titanium case and uncluttered dial. A must-read for collectors.
40 replies5746 views
Collection

Rare Watch Finds: Unicorns Do Exist!

holdemchamp1225 · Mar 10, 2023
Witness a 'unicorn' moment with two De Bethune DB16 Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Deadbeat Seconds watches, including a bespoke piece unique. Explore independent watchmaking passion.
36 replies4963 views
Wristshot

Luxury Watch Wristshots: Collector Showcase

holdemchamp1225 · Feb 24, 2023
Explore unique weekend wristshots and pawshots from WatchProSite members, featuring independent watches like De Bethune and Rolex, shared by holdemchamp1225.
31 replies3251 views
Collection

De Bethune Steel Wheels Sapphire Tourbillon: A Collector's Perspective

Chicolini · Jan 23, 2023
Explore the rare De Bethune Steel Wheels Sapphire Tourbillon, one of 10 pieces. Chicolini shares insights on its design, legibility, and collector experience.
28 replies2560 views
New Release

De Bethune DB27 Titan Hawk Announced

ArmisT · Dec 21, 2022
Explore the De Bethune DB27 Titan Hawk JPS, a limited US edition with black zirconium and yellow titanium. Discover its unique thermal oxidation coloring and the impact of WatchBox ownership on the brand's market and collector perception.
25 replies4246 views
Community

De Bethune: 20 Years of Horological Innovation

n0wjsti · Nov 22, 2022
Explore De Bethune's 20th-anniversary celebration with The Hourglass, featuring rare timepieces like the DB Kind of Two Jumping GMT and unique Steel Wheels.
11 replies2339 views
Collection

De Bethune Watches: In-Person Experience & Collection

Fastwong · Oct 27, 2022
Discover why De Bethune watches, especially the DB28 Kind of Blue, are more captivating in person. Collectors share insights and photos.
21 replies4152 views
Vintage

Vintage Watch: Saturday Wrist Check

holdemchamp1225 · Oct 1, 2022
Explore the 'neo-vintage' De Bethune, an avant-garde timepiece that laid the foundation for the brand's iconic DNA. Collectors share insights and wristshots.
20 replies2041 views

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