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Nature as a source of inspiration, titanium as the epitome of excellence : De Bethune unveils the DB25xs Sand Winds. A radiant dial The titanium dial of the DB25xs Sand Winds combines two exclusive finishing techniques developed by the Manufacture : random guilloché and natural oxidative heat treatment. Together, they create a yellow surface featuring a mesmerising […]

A sea of blued titanium: a high-frequency tourbillon and the comfort of a mirror-polished titanium DB28 case. Mesmerising design dedicated to contemporary precision. Beyond the horizon In his relentless quest for perfection, Denis Flageollet crafts a world where De Bethune’s aesthetic codes and technical expertise connect centuries of watchmaking culture with inspiration drawn from Nature, […]

De Bethune unveils the DB28xs Dark Sand, a new interpretation of the DB28xs Steel Wheels showcasing the Manufacture’s research into materials. This compact creation clad in matt anthracite zirconium embodies a dense, more mineral and resolutely contemporary aesthetic.  Featuring a crown at 12 o’clock, the DB28xs Dark Sand retains the aesthetic signatures and open architecture […]

Return of a great classic De Bethune refines the DB25L by unveiling the DB25Vxs Silver Moon in a pared-down version featuring a case trimmed to 40 mm, a reconfigured dial and an optimised movement. Inspired by the tall-case regulator-type clocks, this modernised version combines 18th century heritage with the Manufacture’s key innovations, notably including the […]

2 Maisons, an odyssee As part of the LVMH Watch Prize dedicated to promoting independent watchmaking, De Bethune celebrates the art of travel – a theme dear to Louis Vuitton – through the LVDB‑03 Louis Varius project. A unique encounter between Denis Flageollet and Jean Arnault, Director of Louis Vuitton’s Watchmaking Division. This exceptional creation […]

An exceptional project As part of the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives — supporting a dedicated mentorship program that nurtures the next generation of watchmaking talent — De Bethune and Louis Vuitton unveil the LVDB-03 Louis Varius project: a contemporary reinterpretation of the 18th‑century Sympathique clock, paired with a travel‑inspired wristwatch derived from the iconic DB25 GMT Starry […]