The De Bethune DB27 Titan Hawk V2 was reintroduced in 2017 after the brand had undergone a period of instability. A consortium of investors, led by Pierre Jacques, the former and current CEO of De Bethune, came to the brand’s rescue. Jacques played a key role in revitalizing the brand’s core collection, establishing a firm base for its future growth and success.

 

The De Bethune DB27 Titan Hawk V1, which preceded the current DB27 model, did not have a centralized sweeping seconds hand. However, it did come with a date track and a large indicator.

 

The Origins of the DB27

The DB27 was originally introduced in 2012 to commemorate the brand’s 10-year anniversary. The DB27 combines the attributes of the DB28 contemporary lines with the DB25’s classical and delicate spirit, resulting in simplicity while making no compromise in comfort and refinement. This second generation essentially replaces the central date function in favour of sweeping seconds. Despite this difference, the DB27 Titan Hawk V1 shares some similarities with the current DB27 V2 model, such as the floating lugs and the use of grade 5 titanium in the case and dial.

 

The Dial

On initial inspection, the microlight dial of the watch may give the impression of being monochromatic. However, upon closer observation and when exposed to various lighting conditions, the silver-toned dial reveals subtle shades of white and silver that appear to shift slightly. The use of guilloche or rather a micro-light engraving is found at the centre of the dial, resulting in the dial being split into three parts and above is the classic arrowhead-shaped ridge pattern signed ‘De Bethune’ and ‘Titan Hawk’. The overall depth of the dial is rather impressive and resembles a plate-like surface due to the concaving outer dial. The use of both sliver-toned Roman and Arabic numerals results in a fine contrast along the minute and hour sectors of the dial. The skeletonise hands initially feature a frosted finish, towards the end, they transform into blue steel polished arrows.

 

The Movement

A majority of De Bethune’s are manually wound, this DB27 Titan Hawk is powered by calibre AutoV2. The movement features a 60-hour power reserve, a single barrel and beats at 28’800 vph. De Bethune is known for its unique blueing process and the movement makes use of this remarkable know-how. The movement also features a tungsten winding mass, it does not interrupt the view of the movement due to its positioning, which is thought to maximise winding efficiency.

 

Brand: De Bethune
Model: DB27 V2
Movement: AUTOV2
Case Diameter: 43mm
Year: 2021
Box & Papers: Full Set  

Brands:	De Bethune
Size:	42mm
Set:	Box & Papers | 2021

The De Bethune DB27 Titan Hawk V2 was reintroduced in 2017 after the brand had undergone a period of instability. A consortium of investors, led by Pierre Jacques, the former and current CEO of De Bethune, came to the brand’s rescue. Jacques played a key role in revitalizing the brand’s core collection, establishing a firm base for its future growth and success.

The watch exhibits minimal signs of wear, with no notable scratches or concerns.