De BethuneDB28xs Steel Wheels
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The DB28xs Steel Wheels (DB28XSSW) by De Bethune features a 38.7mm polished grade 5 titanium case with a circular satin-finish titanium hours and minutes ring. The gray skeleton dial includes polished blued titanium hour markers and a titanium barrel bridge with microlight decoration. It's powered by a mechanical manual wind movement displaying hours and minutes, with a power reserve indicator on the caseback. The watch comes on a black fabric strap with a titanium pin buckle. Water resistant to 30m.
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Watch Details
- Reference Number:
- DB28XSSW
- SKU:
- DB28XSSW
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Warranty:
- Full Manufacturer's Warranty
Case & Dial
- Case Size:
- 38.7mm
- Case Material:
- Titanium
- Caseback:
- Exhibition
- Case Shape:
- Round
- Water Resistance:
- 30m
- Dial Color:
- Gray, Skeleton
- Hours Marker:
- Dot
- Crystal:
- Sapphire
- Bezel:
- Titanium
Function
- Movement:
- Manual Wind
- Complications:
- Hours And Minutes
Strap/Bracelet
- Material:
- Fabric
- Band Color:
- Black
- Clasp:
- Tang Buckle
- Reference Number:
- DB28XSSW
- Warranty:
- Full Manufacturer's Warranty
- Case Size:
- 38.7mm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the De Bethune (ref. DB28XSSW)?
The De Bethune DB28XSSW, launched in 2024, is a refined version of the original DB28 steel wheels watch. It features a 38.7mm grade 5 titanium case that is 9.5mm thick, with variable geometry ergonomic patented spring-loaded floating lugs. The watch is lightweight at less than 2 oz (49.08g) and wears nicely on the wrist. It has a unique strap with blue stitching on black textile and black calfskin on the underside. The watch retains the iconic steel wheels element, which includes ratchet wheels and barrel covers, and features a manual wind movement with twin barrels that are self-adjusting.
What are the pros and cons of the De Bethune (ref. DB28XSSW)?
Pros: Innovative floating lugs for better fit; Highly wearable and comfortable on the wrist; Unique steel wheels element adds visual interest; Manual wind movement with self-adjusting barrels. Cons: Limited to 30m water resistance.
What makes the De Bethune (ref. DB28XSSW) notable?
The watch is made almost entirely of sapphire and titanium, weighing less than 2 oz (49.08g). The movement features De Bethune's patented steel wheels element, which includes ratchet wheels and barrel covers. The watch has a manual wind movement with twin self-adjusting barrels, providing a 6-day power reserve.
Is the De Bethune (ref. DB28XSSW) water-resistant?
Yes - the De Bethune DB28 is water-resistant to 30 meters, splash and rain resistant, but not suitable for swimming.
What wrist size fits the De Bethune (ref. DB28XSSW), and does it fit under a cuff?
The De Bethune DB28, at 38.7mm diameter and 9.5mm thick, wears slim and unobtrusive on the wrist. It fits easily under a dress or tuxedo shirt cuff. It feels very light, less than 2 oz (49.08g).