De Bethune has since its inception in 2002 been a potent mix of ancestral horological know-how applied to cutting edge movement and avant-garde designs. The DB28 model was introduced in 2010 and went on in 2011 to immediately win the Aiguille d’Or at the GPHG, the most important awards in the world of watches. This highlights how strongly De Bethune focuses on innovation - in fact, they repeated the feat winning again the prize in 2014 - and how their technical approach to watchmaking reverberates from the movement to the case, with details such as the crown at 12 o’ clock and the innovative “floating” lugs. Extremely well-received by collectors, the DB28 has become the “signature” piece from the firm.

To celebrate the 10th year anniversary of the original DB28, Denis Flageollet again pushed the limits of his design genius, and released three DB28XP models in 2020, including the present XP Starry Sky, XP Tourbillon, and XP Steel Wheels. XP is short for “extra flat” in French, and the design of all three timepieces stay true to the DNA of the DB28 yet demonstrate a masterful reinterpretation of the classic reference.

The present DB28XP’s striking blue dial showcases a breathtaking starry sky motif with white gold stars and open-worked balance bridge, rendering a stunning interplay of visual and mechanical intrigue. Powered by the manual cal. DB2115V6 with an impressive 6-day power reserve. Sized at 43mm diameter, the timepiece wears with extreme comfort thanks to the clever design of the iconic floating lugs.