Pre-Owned De Bethune Heritage
De Bethune's Heritage Collection: A Journey Through Time and Innovation.
Welcome to the Heritage Collection by De Bethune, where horological excellence meets timeless artistry. There are 13 historical pieces in the Heritage Collection curated by Denis Flageollet, the brand's founder and master watchmaker. This selection represents the most important achievements and advancements throughout De Bethunes history as well as insights into the evolution of horology and the innovative techniques and designs that the brand has brought to the industry. Heritage Collection pieces can be exclusively sourced through The 1916 Company, with a selection of models currently available for purchase. Continue reading about the entire Heritage Collection or speak directly with a client advisor to inquire about the collection or sourcing a piece we may not currently have in stock.
About the De Bethune Heritage Collection
Since 2002, De Bethune has been tirelessly laying the foundations of the 21st century horology. A subtle blend of time-honored skills and the latest scientific breakthroughs, devoted to the service of extreme chronometric precision. The quest for fine craftsmanship pushed to its very limits, to the point where aesthetic and technical aspects meet and merge, where form marries function in the pursuit of perfection.
Explore Heritage Collection Watches
The 13 models of the De Bethune Heritage Collection are no longer part of the brand's active catalog, making them rare and desirable acquisitions for collectors today. These timepieces represent the earliest expressions of the De Bethune vision — showcasing the technical ambition, aesthetic experimentation, and independent spirit that have come to define the manufacture.
Notable Heritage Collection Models
Among the notable models included in the Heritage Collection are the DB1, the brand's inaugural watch featuring a hand-wound chronograph; the DB2, with its articulated hooded lugs and dual-display dial; the DB8 monopusher chronograph; and the DB10, a bold concept watch with a full-titanium case and innovative lug structure. Also featured are the DB15 perpetual calendar, the angular DB21 with a minimalist dial, and the DB23 with a unique triple calendar layout — each offering insight into De Bethune's evolution over the last two decades.
The full article on the Heritage Collection explores each of these references in more depth, highlighting their role in shaping the language of De Bethune's modern designs.
Whether you are a collector, a watch enthusiast, or someone drawn to mechanical artistry, the Heritage Collection offers a window into the earliest stages of one of contemporary horology's most revered brands. These rare timepieces preserve the intellectual and aesthetic DNA of De Bethune — and underscore the brand's enduring relevance in Swiss watchmaking.
The 1916 Company is proud to be De Bethune's authorized retail partner and majority investor, offering exclusive access to Heritage Collection watches. Each piece comes complete with a De Bethune box, certificate of authenticity, and a personal letter from co-founder Denis Flageollet. You can also explore our broader selection of pre-owned De Bethune timepieces to discover other historically significant models.
Contact a client advisor to inquire about a reference we do not currently have available.