sidneyc
2009
I like both the gray and the white dials... but only this one to choose from..
Hi Sam, thanks for the nice words 
The gray dial has it's own uniqueness to it, as the hands and markers are in rose gold so that gives a bit of contrast to the white gold dial.. but on the other hand, I also really like the white dial version because the blued hands are beautiful and the guilloche dial is just different (I love guilloche). Only that I only come across this particular model and it was a price I couldn't resist so I had to take it home
Haven't really planned a long time for it. Just got into Independents last year (Thanks to you guys here hehehe!!) and out of all the Independents that I could get my hands on (so that rules out Dufour and Voutilainen), DB is one of my favourites because of such a unique moonphase and the design is stunning! So when I was presented with the opportunity to buy this I couldn't say no.
My new independent acquisition...
Hi all, I thought I'd share with you all my new acquisition... hopefully it'll be the last one of 2010 as my piggy bank is emptied out... Enjoy!...
Thank you so much guys!
Love the support u guys always give everyone and thanks for all the nice words!
a bright watch
after seeing this wrist shot i admit i got WOWed all over again, nice watch, congrats and enjoy it mate. Faisal
Absolutely stunning piece Sidney
Huge congratulations! The color of the dial is so spectacular, compared to the more ordinary white dial. And I love the three-dimensional moonphase... Tell us more about the watch. Did you plan on the acquisition for a long time? Best Sam This message has...
I like both the gray and the white dials... but only this one to choose from..
Hi Sam, thanks for the nice words The gray dial has it's own uniqueness to it, as the hands and markers are in rose gold so that gives a bit of contrast to the white gold dial.. but on the other hand, I also really like the white dial version because the ...
This is definitely a stunning piece :-)
I actually love how the lugs sit on your wrist and what a beautiful dial Congratulation. Cheers, CL
Thanks CL! It is quite big on my wrist though!
Lucky for the short lugs, it didn't extend past my wrist. But when I look at the size of the watch on my wrist, it's like WHOA!! In reality it looks slightly bigger compared to my wrist than in the photo for some reason (maybe in real life you can feel th...
Well for me...
If the watch is progressive looking in design, it's ok to be a bit bigger This is a very progressive looking watch with a traditional crafting, I'm sure it will be a good conversational piece. In some way, it might appear too small if it is a regular 38mm...
You have a good point there
The fact that it is progressive looking made me more tolerating to it's size. I like the way that it looks classic but unconventional, progressive yet not awkward. Thanks again CL!
Absolute congrats on this piece
Love the watch, love the lugs, very cool timepiece. GEO
Thats the most amazing PCs in the world..
from my favourite independent.The regular white dial has a more elegant appeal but this one is way more special.I bet you can t get your eyes out of it.I'm waiting for the new moon phase manual winding movement to be installed on the DB25 ,then I'll make ...
Thanks mo!
Yes I am surprised how pretty it is in real life. I have seen pictures and they are already so stunning but it kind of knocks me off the chair when I saw it in front of me. Love the 3D moonphase. I agree the white one is very elegant! They're both gorgeou...
Little bird just told me that....
the DB 25 monn phase is nearly finished and it looks absolutely fantastic!!!!I might see it very soon with a bit of luck...I'll keep everyone posted....Mo
Ooh that's awesome news!!
Very eager to see what it looks like!! It'll be very interesting!
Absolutely gorgeous, Syndey.
Congratulations! That's such a beauty, and you wear it well. Best, Jed
Wow! Congrats!
I would have got it myself only if it were 39mm or smaller.... I like the design and all! Congratulations! Ken
Serious hardware, Sidney...
... congratulations! That's a great piece to have 'down under'. There should be an emoticon for 'incredibly envious'! ;-) Cheers, pplater.
Thanks pplater!
Thanks for the nice words! I'm envious of your Dufour and Voutilainen too
You won't regret it, Sydney.
You can have several Piggy Banks, you will have only one De Bethune Perpetual Calendar, and a GORGEOUS one, too! It is one of these watches which recently amazed me a lot. Still wearable, original, with a superb Moonphase, this watch is worth some sacrifi...
Hehe that's what I thought too!
I can slowly fill up the piggy bank again but I can't let this one get away It wears very big on the wrist.. Have to soften the leather strap first. But the dial looks amazing in real life. It's really strange it feels like there's no crystal there. None ...
Congrats!!!
GREAT piece!! NO doubt you will enjoy this one. Wears awesome on the wrist too!!! Thanks for sharing too!
Sidney I see that the "Eagle has Landed"..................
Huge congratulations to you on its safe arrival. Its a stunning piece. After our recent conversations, I did contact the only AD in the UK and he kindly sent me a catalogue. By the way how does the DB15 mark the leap year, I tried to see on your great pho...
Thank you Tony!
Yep, the Eagle finally landed Very happy with it as it looks just jaw dropping in real life. The photos really does not do it justice! Only that I will need some time to get used to it's size on my wrist. I'm used to wearing 37-39mm watches like my Langem...
My pleasure Rob, and thank you!
Glad you guys like the photos.. it was done in a bit of a hurry before the sun start to set in the late afternoon!
HUGE Congrats Sidney!!!
I wore my DB15 yesterday and could not stop staring at it! It is a very special piece that you will derive much enjoyment from! Craig
Your DB15 inspired me!
Thanks Craig! I have to say your white dial DB15 inspired me in getting this one The photos you posted of yours are amazing, especially the close up of the moonphase sphere!
Congratulations !
I love the "almost symmetrie" of the movement and the balance which is not a continous wheel rim. So many great details this Debethune! Don
Thanks Don!
It's fun to watch the balance oscillate! Something very different to other watches.
Mercy.....
That is one beautiful watch! You did well with that purchase and I wish you well in obtaining some more funds this year to make another. Well done!
Thank you for the good wishes!!
Yes, hopefully my piggy bank fills up again It's starving right now.
One of the most beautiful watches I have ever seen...
You have bought the very same color scheme that I like the most. You are so fortunate. I am so sure this watch will bring you the very best of what watch collecting is all about...the inner feeling of peace and goodness. Somehow, the DB watches always man...
Thanks Bernard for the encouraging words
Yes, I'm pretty sure this one will be a keeper, if not the "flag-ship" of my private collection for years to come.. I'm glad you like this color combination too! The rose gold markers really pops out with the gray. The only regret is I'm not capable of sh...
You sir have exquisite taste....
Simply gorgeous! That is the best color combo for the DB15! Congratulations on acquiring such a fantastic piece. Truly unique you would be hard pressed to find another person walking around with that one. Wear it in the best of health!
This is just pure magick
you got yourself one hell of a piece Great superb choice BIG congratulations Sincerely Damian
What bravery!
I'm impressed by the attitude: first fortnight of the new year and already blown the annual budget! Good on ya, mate! MTF
Your are right MTF!
Mate, you are spot on! I've totally blown the annual budget (or possibly biennial budget)!! But have to say again this is worth every cent. There ain't a lot of watches that I would be happy to pay the price of not being able to get other pieces for an ex...
Partial to marsupials
As you can see from my avatar, I'm rather partial to the Antipodeans.... MTF
A little background about the purchase...
Hi everyone, Again thanks for all the support given and it's really my pleasure to share with you these photos. You guys are just so inspiring and encouraging that I find it an honor to be in this forum! I apologise for posting them hastily and so didn't ...
Very Nice Story....
the only 'downside' is the story only just begins ;-) There will be many more waiting for you ahead for your careful and passionate pick Lovesss*CL
Leap year indicator
Hi, i have the DB17 rose gold version. However, it seems our leap year indicator showing differently. Mine is almost "blank" out while yours is about 3/4 "blank" out Any idea why is it so ?
Good point!
I think I might have the perpetual calendar set at the wrong year (too eager to take initial photos!!) - or that my watch shop have set it wrongly and I didn't check. I haven't tried yet to see whether full white represents the leap year of the full blue ...
Easy!
Just sign up to a free photo sharing web site (I'm not sure if I'm allowed to recommend here, so I'd refrain from that, but there are lots of them out there). Upload your photos there, then normally they will allow you to copy and paste links to their pho...
Gorgeous!
Nice pickup! Congratulations! Yet another reminder of why I really admire De Bethune. Enjoy your new beauty! Cheers, Daos
Thanks Daos!
I agree, I'm even more impressed with them now I've seen one in the metal.
congrats,
stunning and very appeailng watch,enjoy and wear it in the best of health greetings from France
Hey Stephen!!
Thanks mate!! And this watch satisfies your 40mm requirement (but not your platinum requirement) I feel a little guilty for not sticking with Lange but as I said, I'm too greedy. Plus the forums doesn't help... there's too much exposure here to all the am...
Really gorgeous!
And I love the photos! That dial color is phenomenal -- congratulations on acquiring this lovely piece. Best, Gary G
wow. what an acquisition!!!
i'd be all set for a looooooong time if i had it ;0)))) big congrats. what an AWESOME Piece. enjoy it in good health Cheers Tony
I think I am set for a long time....
... as far as my wallet is concerned after acquiring this... But worth it nevetheless! I'll now have to admire all the beautiful photos from SIHH.. perhaps for the next few years Thanks Tony!!