De Bethune - TOKI: Watch Auction Hong Kong Friday, November 22, 2024 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: De Bethune
    Year: Circa 2022
    Reference No: DB27V2JPS
    Case No: 09/50
    Model Name: Titan Hawk JPS
    Material: Zirconium
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. AUTOv2, 29 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Textile
    Clasp/Buckle: Black polished zirconium and yellow grade 5 titanium De Bethune pin buckle
    Dimensions: 43mm diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by undated De Bethune certificate, instruction manual, travel case, membrane box, fitted presentation box and outer suede bag.

  • Catalogue Essay

    Paying homage to the golden age of competitive motorsports in the 1970’s, the DB27 Titan Hawk JPS is designed to encapsulate the iconic black and gold era still passionately remembered and recognised today. The first delivery was of the present reference was famously spotted on the wrist of basketball legend Michael Jordan, who owns the case number 23 in line with his iconic Chicago Bulls jersey number. The present timepiece is numbered 9 out of a limited series of only 50 pieces.

    The case of the present watch is crafted in sleek black zirconium, a lightweight, robust, hypoallergenic and scratch-resistant material offering superior strength and reliability.

    The centre of the dial is adorned with De Bethune’s iconic microlight pattern which resonates with the microlight decoration on the case middle, and interestingly reminds one of the “samon” sand raking pattern found in a Japanese zen garden, invoking the meditative image of calm rippling waters.

    Powered by the automatic calibre AUTOv2, the watch is also an impressive marvel of finesse and technology, featuring several De Bethune patented in-house developed innovations, including a titanium balance wheel with white gold inserts, balance spring with flat terminal curve, and optimized oscillating weight in titanium and white gold, with the escapement delightfully visible via the case back.

    Hailing from the collection of a Japanese collector, the present Titan Hawk JPS reference DB27V2JPS is preserved in superb overall condition and is complete with its original certificate and accessories.

Property of a Japanese Collector

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Lot offered with No Reserve

Ref. DB27V2JPS
A limited edition black zirconium wristwatch with yellow titanium accents, central date indication, six-day power reserve, certificate and presentation box, numbered 9 of a limited edition of 50 pieces

Circa 2022
43mm diameter
Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$240,000 - 400,000 
€27,700-46,100
$30,800-51,300

Sold for HK$469,900

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TOKI: Watch Auction

Hong Kong Auction 22 November