De Bethune – CURRENT DBD Evergreen Titanium Edition

 

De Bethune–CURRENTDBDEvergreen Titanium Exclusive Edition 2023

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 De Bethunekicks off the first day ofDubai Watch Week2023with the unveiling of the DBDEvergreen.
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A creation that transcends mere elegance, this exceptional piece draws inspiration from the profound symbolism of the color green, a hue rich with meaning in the extensive history and culture of the Middle East.

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Dubai, November 16, 2023 – De Bethune commemorates the launch of its latest timepiece at the Dubai Watch Week 2023. True to its essence, the Auberson-based manufacture introduces the DBD Evergreen. 

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It signifies the culmination of an ongoing pursuit where beauty converges with virtuosity. The piece's simplicity hints at the intricacy of its craftsmanship.

A distinct presentation

Introducing a manually wound triple linear calendar with digital time display, the first DBD launched in 2006 offered a unique interpretation of the timepiece, marking a significant milestone in the world of horology. De Bethune produced thirty-nine DBD models, available in rose gold or white gold.

Wrist Comfort

The lightweight case of the DBD, crafted in polished grade 5 titanium, underscores the modern and futuristic character of the timepiece. 

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Featuring a crown at 12 o'clock and adorned with ogive-shaped lugs, the watch is decorated with Côtes de Genève on its green dial, revealing a subtle interplay of light in perfect harmony with the wrist movements of its owner.

18th Century Horology

Since its inception, De Bethune has drawn inspiration from the exquisite horology of the 18th century. Admiring and respecting the ingenuity of the mechanisms, its founder, Denis Flageollet, constantly seeks to honor the art of watchmaking.

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Visible through art-deco-style apertures, five discs linearly display the day, date, and month at twelve o'clock, while jumping hours and scrolling minutes face each other in the lower half of the dial.

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Beyond its impressive movement, the most significant innovation of the DBD is the introduction of the Geneva Stripes motif on the dial. In 2006, it was the first time in the world that a watch brand introduced this type of decoration on a dial.

De Bethune's Latest Technologies

Thanks to its double anti-reflective treatment on the sapphire crystal, the inner workings of the watch unveil an exceptional craftsmanship benefiting from De Bethune's latest technologies. 

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Powered by the mechanical caliber DB2044, a manually wound manufacture movement vibrating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, the DBD Evergreen is equipped with the latest titanium balance wheel with gray gold inserts, as well as the triple parachute system.

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In a limited edition, with only 20 numbered and engraved pieces on the back, the DBD Evergreen will be delivered with a two-tone beige and green textile strap matching the dial, as well as an extra-supple black alligator strap.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Collection  CURRENT

Name:  DBDEvergreenEdition

 Limited edition of 20 numbered pieces

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Reference: DBDRE

Movement:Calibre DB2044
Type: Mechanical manual-winding calibre
Adjustment: Winding and setting the time by means of the crown (2 positions)
Setting the day, date and month by 3 correctors
Technical features of calibre DB2044
Number of parts: 309
Jewelling: 29 jewels
Diameter: 30 mm
Power reserve: 5 days, ensured by a self-regulating twin barrel De Bethune Innovation (2004)
Specificities:
Titanium balance wheel with white gold inserts, optimized for temperature differences and air penetration
De Bethune Patent (2016)
“De Bethune” balance-spring with flat terminal curve De Bethune Patent (2006)
Silicon escape wheel
Triple pare-chute shock-absorbing system De Bethune Innovation (2005)
Frequency: 28,800 vibrations per hour
Adornment:
Chamfered and polished silver plate cover
Barrel bridge cover adorned with “Côtes De Bethune”
Hand-snailed barrels
Hand-polished, chamfered steel parts
Display:
Jumping hour window at 6 o’clock
Analogical minute indicator on rotating disc
Day, date and month jumping window
Dial
Green dial with“Côtes de Genève”
Hour, minute, day, date and month discs in white, black relief
Functions:  
Digitally displayed jumping hours, minutes – calendar indicating days, date and months
Case
Material: Anthracite polished zirconium
Diameter: 42. 6 mm
Thickness: 9,4 mm
Lugs: cone-shaped lugs
Crystal: In sapphire crystal (1800 Vickers hardness) with double anti-reflective coating
Case back: Open case back in grade 5 titanium
Sapphire crystal (1800 Vickers hardness) with double anti-reflective coating
Water resistance: 3 ATM
Strap
Textile and extra-supple alligator leather, alligator lining
Buckle: Pin buckle in grade 5 titanium

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