• Launched in 2010, the DB28 is most likely the timepiece that best exemplifies De Bethune's technical and design prowess, and it has become the brand's most recognizable model over time. The following year, at the Grand Prix Horlogerie de Genève, this model won the prestigious Aiguille d'Or award as best watch of the year. Denis Flageollet, the brand's co-founder and master watchmaker, spent decades restoring pieces made by the great masters of the 18th and 19th centuries, and he used his incredible knowledge of historical watchmaking to invent 21st-century watches like no other, as he puts it: "the tradition of watchmaking is innovation".

• The present DB28 Titanium is a piece unique which features, instead of the brand’s signature blued titanium, a zirconium spring-loaded floating lug system, black hour ring, black hands and polished shock absorber springs. The lug system enables the watch to adapt to the wrist for ease of wear. The DB28 has a decidedly modern look; there is no dial since the top movement plate, which is rhodium plated and adorned with Geneva waves, is visible, as are the balance, triple parachute shock absorber, and part of the mainsprings. The present unique piece retains the iconic 3D moonphase indication at 6’oclock and a 6-day power reserve indicator on the case back, which are all obvious De Bethune distinctive elements.

• The DB28 Titanium presented here is a unique piece, offered in well-preserved condition and accompanied by its original certificate and fitted presentation box. This example features a striking blue leather strap, adding a contemporary touch to its avant-garde design.