DB27 Hawk UAE
A true representation of the UAE, the De Bethune anniversary edition for the Year of the Fiftieth collection is an endearing tribute to the nation’s heritage. Known as the “UAE Hawk”, the colour is directly inspired by national shades while the iconic lugs glide towards the future and across italicized numerals including a distinctive “50”. The timepiece is completed with an engraved “Year of the Fiftieth” logo in the case back a tribute to the Spirit of the Union.
Hours, minutes, seconds
Hands
Hand-polished steel hands.
Dial
Green microlight – Chapter ring with Arabic numerals with the distinctive 50 – Minutes circle with Arabic numerals placed around the rim of the dial
Polished grade 5 titanium, with middle microlight – diameter 43 mm – thickness 9 mm
Attachments
Short floating lugs in brushed grade 5 titanium, De Bethune Patent (2006)
Glass
Sapphire crystal with double anti-reflective coating (1800 Vickers).
Back
Open in brushed grade 5 titanium with an engraved “Year of the Fiftieth” logo, Sapphire crystal (hardness of 1800 Vickers) with double anti-reflective coating
AUTOV2 Caliber
Movement
Mechanical self-winding
Diameter 30 mm – 217 parts – Hand-crafted finishing and decoration
Titanium balance wheel with white gold inserts, De Bethune Patent (2016)
"De Bethune" balance-spring with flat terminal curve, De Bethune Patent (2006)
Steel escape wheel
Optimized oscillating weight in titanium and alloy of tungsten
Jewelling
29 jewels
Frequency
28,800 vibrations per hour
Power reserve
60 hours
Extra supple alligator leather, alligator lining