Complications
Moc embarks on a personal journey to appreciate tourbillon watches, a complication he previously dismissed due to perceived lack of 'added value' and high prices. He categorizes his newfound favorites into 'discreet' and 'display' tourbillons, inviting the community to share their own preferences and expand his wishlist.
De Bethune DB25 Reference DB25
The DB25 represents De Bethune's entry in the 44.5mm manual-wind category, distinguished by its silver dial configuration within the DB25 series. This reference launched in 2006 and continues the brand's approach to contemporary haute horlogerie complications.
The 44.5mm case is crafted from 18k white gold with a fixed bezel and sapphire crystal. Water resistance extends to 30 meters. The manual-winding caliber DB2105 movement provides a substantial 120-hour power reserve. The watch features a leather strap attachment.
This reference appeals to collectors seeking De Bethune's technical approach to timekeeping in a precious metal case. The extended power reserve and manual-wind operation position it for enthusiasts who appreciate hands-on interaction with their timepieces. The 44.5mm sizing places it in contemporary proportions within the independent watchmaking segment.
pictures. Like you, I am not a great fan of tourbillons and my reasons are basically the same as yours. However, there is no doubt in my mind that THE ONE is the Laurent Ferrier, pure classe, pure beauty, pure.......purity!!!!! Recto and Verso just perfection! Cheers Francois from Down Under :)
Actually agree wholeheartedly with your whole selection. Strange that I also understand why you have left out offerings from Breguet and Patek. One I would change though is your offering from UN, instead opting for the Royal Blue, a watch that stops my heart for more than a second. Dean
Always been a big fan of The double spiral Gallet ,but this version is really something else. The pattern on the dial is just out of this world and,as I said,the fact that it is cased in SS is ahuge++++ for me not a minus. Mo
I opted for the new skeleton manufacture because its fresher,newer,with the silicon technology in full display,and a full in -house development from UN. I appreciate new research a lot.....also,I tried to include tourbillons somehow...affordable(apart from De Bethune). Check the UN rep and you will be surprised. Mo
I also prefer a tourbillon hidden from view, only to be admired in an intimate situation ;-) Here I would add the (to me) most intricate Breguet , the Grande Complication Tourbillon 1801-2001, issued in 2001 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the tourbillon patent. The secrecy around the tourbillon is perfect (image: Antiquorum): As for the openly displayed implementations I'd like to propose the Haldimann H1 for its delicate construction which takes the notion of visibility to the extreme
Nice and timely topic, Moc. I couldn't make it to T30 event in Tokyo last night, but I understand your feeling. By the way, T10 was also announced (10th anniversary of Tokyo boutique, which is LE of 10 - may have been spoken for already, though :-)) As for me, I would be torn apart between those two, for example. They both have own charms..... Ken
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