DB28XS Dark Sand

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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. Overview: Functions: Hours, minutes, power reserve on case back. Watch: Case · Material: Matte anthracite zirconium; Case · Diameter: 38,7 mm; Case · Thickness: 8 mm; Case · Lugs: Matte anthracite zirconium floating lugs – De Bethune Patent (2006); Case · Crystal: Sapphire crystal (1800 Vickers hardness), with double anti-reflective coating; Case · Open back: Matte anthracite zirconium screw-down case back, open to reveal a linear power reserve indication Sapphire crystal (1800 Vickers hardness), with double anti-reflective coating; Display · Dial: Hour and minute ring in black circular satin-finished titanium with polished purple titanium hour markers • Anthracite barrel bridge cover with barleycorn guilloché and black sandblasted, bevelled and polished chamfers • Dial background in black sandblasted titanium; Display · Hands: Polished purple titanium hands. Calibre: TYPE: Mechanical manual-winding calibre; POWER RESERVE: 6 days, ensured by a self-regulating twin barrel, De Bethune Innovation (2004); Number of parts: 241; Jewelling: 36 jewels; Diameter: 30 mm; Frequency: 28’800 vibrations per hour; Adornment: Hand-crafted finishing and decoration; Technical features: Titanium balance wheel with white gold inserts, optimised for temperature differences and air penetration , De Bethune Patent (2016) • “De Bethune” balance-spring with flat terminal curve, De Bethune Patent (2006) • Silicon escape wheel • Triple pare-chute shock-absorbing system, De Bethune Innovation (2005).