The De Bethune DB25GMT Starry Varius is an exquisite combination of avant-garde technology and traditional craftsmanship, embodying the mastery of the maison with its 29th in-house calibre. Housed in a 42mm polished grade 5 titanium case, this travel watch captivates with a celestial dial that features a miniature starry sky and the Milky Way, all handcrafted with blued titanium, white gold pins, and 24-carat gold leaf.
The dial layout is both functional and poetic. At its centre, the date is indicated by a jumping hand, while the home time is displayed through a microsphere—a signature of De Bethune—hovering mysteriously in a 24-hour corridor. This sphere, with its two halves in blue and pink, transitions at 6 am and 6 pm to represent day and night, mimicking sunrise and sunset. Local time is indicated by elegantly curved blued hands, perfectly aligned with the relief of the dial, enhancing both the legibility and aesthetic appeal.
The movement inside this gem is the hand-wound De Bethune Calibre DB2507, a mechanical masterpiece featuring cutting-edge components like a titanium balance wheel with white gold inlays, silicon escape wheel, and a triple pare-chute shock absorption system. Its five-day power reserve is made possible by two visible barrels working with a self-regulating energy system.
Behind the sapphire caseback, the movement is on full display, showcasing De Bethune’s technical expertise. The regulator, visible through the back, minimizes air resistance while its flat terminal curve spring neutralizes temperature variations, ensuring accuracy in all environments.
The De Bethune DB25GMT Starry Varius is not just a practical tool for globetrotters, but a poetic vision of time and space, embodying De Bethune‘s spirit of innovation and artistic excellence. With its cosmic aesthetics and user-friendly functions, this timepiece is a perfect blend of technical complexity and visual delight, offering both high functionality and timeless beauty.