Cosmic Symphony: The Enchanting DB28xs Purple Rain

Denis Flageollet, the revered Master Watchmaker and visionary behind De Bethune, embarked on an enchanting exploration of color, with blue as his guiding star. This hue, intrinsically linked to infinity and harmony, has long captivated the brand. In fact, natural blue has become the distinctive hallmark of De Bethune. Check out this striking purple evolution.

Each color possesses a singular energy, akin to a luminous vibration. Recently, De Bethune unveiled its fresh chromatic palette through the DB28xs Purple Rain—a bold evolution. But before transitioning to the iconic blue, purple takes center stage, weaving together nuances of red and blue in a harmonious dance. Purple, a color that has inspired artists, poets, and visionaries for centuries, symbolizes passion, spirituality, and innovation.

Within the realm of heated titanium colors, purple acts as a gateway to blue. As it gradually introduces cooler tones, it retains a hint of warmth and depth. This subtle shift creates a seamless connection between shades, ensuring visual continuity.

Let's delve into the technical intricacies:

• Polished Titanium Hands: The watch features meticulously crafted hands made from polished titanium, ensuring precision and elegance.
• Purple Titanium Plate Hours and Minutes Ring: A distinctive design element, the hours and minutes ring is crafted from purple titanium. Transferred Arabic numerals grace this ring, adding a touch of sophistication.
• Random Guilloché Purple Titanium Dial (World’s First): De Bethune pushes boundaries with the world’s first random guilloché dial in purple titanium. This intricate pattern adds depth and visual interest to the watch face.
• Starry Sky with White Gold Stars: Imagine gazing at a celestial canvas—the DB28xs Purple Rain captures this essence. White gold stars adorn the dial, evoking a sense of wonder and cosmic beauty.
• Purple Polished Grade 5 Titanium: The case material itself is purple polished grade 5 titanium. This alloy combines strength, lightness, and a captivating hue.
• Dimensions:
  • Case Diameter: 38.7 mm
  • Case Thickness: 7.4 mm
• Purple Polished Grade 5 Titanium Floating Lugs (De Bethune Patent, 2006): The patented floating lugs enhance comfort and adaptability. They allow the watch to sit snugly on the wrist, regardless of its size.
• Crystal:
  • Front Crystal: Sapphire with a hardness of 1,800 Vickers. It boasts a double anti-reflective coating, ensuring clarity and durability.
  • Back Crystal: Also sapphire with the same hardness and coating.
• Engraved Ring Circular Satin-Finish Titanium: The circular satin-finish engraving on the case back adds a touch of artistry and craftsmanship.
• Purple Titanium Plate with “Microlight” Decoration: The microlight decoration on the plate further enhances the watch’s allure. It’s a subtle yet captivating detail.
• Water Resistance: The DB28xs Purple Rain is water-resistant up to 3 ATM, making it suitable for everyday wear.
• Strap: Choose between two luxurious options:
  • Extra-Supple Alligator Leather** with alligator lining for a refined look.
  • Canvas strap in purple grade 5 titanium, combining durability and style.

The DB28xs model isn’t merely a downsized aesthetic variation; it represents a pivotal moment for De Bethune. It marks a new chapter in the brand’s history—an evolution that Denis Flageollet has passionately pursued for two decades. Lighter and more impact-resistant, this version of the iconic DB28 watch stands as a testament to De Bethune’s commitment to innovation, precision, reliability, readability, and comfort. 

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