Beautiful Piece, Congratulations

Aug 31, 2011,16:12 PM
 

I remember speaking to Pierre Jacques about this watch when he visited Los Angeles. It was just a notion then. Now it's reality. Would love to see it in person!

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Let me introduce you my latest baby, the DB10 Réédition!

 
 By: foversta : August 28th, 2011-11:40
I have just had it on my wrist for 3 days and I'm happy like a 4 years old with a jar of candies. But I have to tell you why I bought this watch. Let's back to the beginning of the year at the SIHH. After some difficulties (due to a profesional engagement...  

Awesome, F-X!

 
 By: RobCH : August 28th, 2011-12:12
Congrats! Would absolutely love to see that baby in the metal, next time you are in town...! ;-) Cheers, Rob

Hi Rob!

 
 By: foversta : August 28th, 2011-12:33
I wished to see you on Saturday morning but the boutique was busy... so I didn't enter. Next time! Fx

congrats! [nt]

 
 By: DRMW : August 28th, 2011-12:13
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Thanks Ming ! [nt]

 
 By: foversta : August 28th, 2011-12:34
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You made the right decision indeed!

 
 By: aaronm : August 28th, 2011-12:33
Wear it well! A

Thanks a lot Aaron !

 
 By: foversta : August 28th, 2011-12:34
Hope to see you this year in Paris, at Belles Montres ? Fx

It will Alex, it will. Thanks a lot for your message !

 
 By: foversta : August 28th, 2011-13:05
And next time, I call you before! Fx

Great choice!

 
 By: Allen : August 28th, 2011-13:02
I couldn't take it off my wrist when I strapped it on. Congratulations!...  

Thanks Allen. And what a gorgeous wristshot! [nt]

 
 By: foversta : August 28th, 2011-13:05
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Congrats! Gorgeous looking watch

 
 By: Davo : August 28th, 2011-13:44
You chose well, Fx. It's a real beauty and looks great on your wrist. Wear it in the best of health.

Thanks Davo for your kind words. [nt]

 
 By: foversta : August 29th, 2011-11:57
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Superb choice from my fav Independent

 
 By: Ares501 - Mr Green : August 28th, 2011-15:13
Congrats D

Thanks Damjan!

 
 By: foversta : August 29th, 2011-11:58
As I wrote it, it is a dream for me to have a De Bethune watch... Fx

Wow, congrats! Very nice!

 
 By: KIH : August 28th, 2011-15:53
... but didn't they talk about re-edition of DB5, too....? That is my basic, basic masterpiece, to me, at least.... But this DB10 looks really nice.... Ken

I was not aware about a reedition of the DB5...

 
 By: foversta : August 29th, 2011-12:00
You know, this réédition is like an UFO in the DB collection. I'm not sure that De bethune will unveil a similar watch soon... Thanks Ken for your words! Fx

Excellent addition FX!

 
 By: sidneyc : August 28th, 2011-16:36
Looks like De Bethune really is fast becoming a must-have for watch connoisseurs! Huge congratulations on the new acquisition! The DB10 re-edition is one of most classy looking De Bethune's ever! I'm sure you'll have plenty of smiles on your face! Enjoy i... 

Yes Sidney !

 
 By: foversta : August 29th, 2011-12:01
In fact I had a happy face all day long! Fx

Congrats again FX. Lovely piece and so DB yet so unlike DB

 
 By: ArthurSG : August 28th, 2011-17:54
I could not read about a 1/4 of your post due to the VC/Linda Werdelin and Market Place column ads but this Re-Ed looks very very nice.

Thanks Arthur !

 
 By: foversta : August 29th, 2011-12:03
About the post, if I'm not wrong, you can click on the "view entire thread" link to have a better reading experience: ahci.watchprosite.com Fx

Classy & special.

 
 By: small-luxury-world : August 28th, 2011-23:38
Great catch, FX! Wish you lots of pleasure with that beauty on your wrist. Oliver

Yes Oliver, you are right.

 
 By: foversta : August 29th, 2011-12:04
The watch is a subtle combo of originality and of classicism. Thanks for your words! Fx

Congratulations !

 
 By: Mark in Paris : August 29th, 2011-02:11
You know how I love this brand and that I consider I'll have to own a DB watch one day. I imagine how it looks like in the flesh ... Take care of "her" ! Best, Mark

Thanks Mark !

 
 By: foversta : August 29th, 2011-12:04
Sure you will have the opportunity to see it soon. Fx

Beautiful piece FX, Congrats! [nt]

 
 By: fernando : August 29th, 2011-08:15
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Thanks Fernando ! [nt]

 
 By: foversta : August 29th, 2011-12:05
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Congrats Foversta!

 
 By: SJX : August 29th, 2011-08:37
De Bethune rocks! - SJX

Yes.... sure !

 
 By: foversta : August 29th, 2011-12:05
For me, the brand is day after day more promising... Thanks SJX ! Fx

Congratulations ! very classy, I love it [nt]

 
 By: DonCorson : August 29th, 2011-10:55
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Thanks a lot Don !

 
 By: foversta : August 29th, 2011-12:06
I think it is the perfect watch, for me, to do my first presentation post in your forum ! Fx

Beautiful!

 
 By: andrewluff : August 29th, 2011-12:13
Great watch and lovely details. They are coming out with some really special watches at the moment. Enjoy! Andrew

Thanks Andrew !

 
 By: foversta : August 29th, 2011-12:23
I was very impressed by the 2011 collection... Fx

Exquisite!!!!!

 
 By: moc : August 29th, 2011-22:38
Well done once more FX! The watch face is a marvel.The different guillochage is the "forte "of this watch.I must admit that De Bethune work on their dials is SECOND TO NONE.De Bethune Dials are the best around,I remember Alessandro Zanetta telling me that...  

I'm very happy to read your words Mo.

 
 By: foversta : August 30th, 2011-12:42
You have a huge part in this outcome! Thanks a lot! Fx

"a DB dial is more expensive than a regular chrono movement"

 
 By: small-luxury-world : August 31st, 2011-06:39
Hi Mo, which kind of movement was he talking about? A) below 200 sfr movement (ETA ...) B) between 500 and 2.500 sfr (Soprod, Sowind ...) C) or top-level (Renaud Papi, BNB ...) I am just curious and expect minimum B when I look at their dials Oliver

definetely after B Oliver...

 
 By: moc : August 31st, 2011-09:31
For a)materials b)rejection rate as De bethune won t settle for second grade c)hours of intervention by hand from a skilled artisan d)small production The dials on the DB 25 starry sky for example takes 4 or 5 different stages to obtain a blue like that f... 

Mo:   That blue De...

 
 By: markieesq : September 1st, 2011-09:23
Mo: That blue De Bethune watch is magnificent. It is absolutely stunning. I am sure it brings you much joy. I am new to De Bethune watches (that is why a private message). Will you be so kind as to tell me the model of that blue watch in your post? I did ... 

Hi markieesq,my watch is

 
 By: moc : September 4th, 2011-03:16
a DB 25starry sky relased in 2010.The best way to get to know where you can purchase one is to contact directly De Bethune via mail. By the way I didn t get you PM. Mo

Beautiful watch.

 
 By: VMM : August 30th, 2011-02:08
I'm not a fan of pointer calendars, but looking at the gorgeous movement I guess I can forget it. Congrats, and enjoy it. Vte

Thanks a lot Vicente!

 
 By: foversta : August 30th, 2011-12:42
The dial is so beautiful that sometimes I forget the date display! Fx

Huge congrats Foversta

 
 By: Geo : August 30th, 2011-12:26
I like the DB10 very, very much, for me it's the hottest watch in your collection. The DB10 has fantastic looks with these lugs. Gorgeous piece, GEO

Thanks a lot Geo!

 
 By: foversta : August 30th, 2011-12:43
Yes, I'm very proud to have it in my collection... and I enjoy each second I spend with it. Fx

great watch

 
 By: donizetti : August 30th, 2011-13:04
very nice catch! The dial is as amazing as the dial. Enjoy it to the fullest! Best Andreas

Thanks Andreas!

 
 By: foversta : September 2nd, 2011-14:51
I will wear it for my next visit in Koln ! Fx

CONGRATS!!

 
 By: monochrome : August 31st, 2011-03:08
Wow Francois Xavier, that is a gorgeous watch! Big congrats. I must admit I'm a bit jealous of your new "baby". Enjoy it and wear it in good health.

Thanks a lot Frank for your kind words ! [nt]

 
 By: foversta : September 2nd, 2011-14:52
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Congratulations on your watch and choice FX

 
 By: RJW : August 31st, 2011-04:44
I think this is the better choice aesthetically versus the white gold model. Regards, Richard.

It was a difficult choice Richard...

 
 By: foversta : September 2nd, 2011-14:54
To be honest with you, only the protoype of the PG version was available in Geneva at the beginning of year. I only discovered the WG version in Basel much later after my order... But I was sure in my mind that the PG version was warmer, more elegant. The... 

It's gorgeous!

 
 By: dxboon : August 31st, 2011-07:10
Looks great on you! I am a big fan of De Bethune! They bring together a potent mix of design and technology. While, I'd prefer a non-date version of this watch, the dial is to die for! Let's not even talk about my love for their movements. Just dreamy! En... 

Thanks Daos!

 
 By: foversta : September 2nd, 2011-14:55
You can be sure that I will enjoy it a lot! Fx

Beautiful Piece, Congratulations

 
 By: Meehna : August 31st, 2011-16:12
I remember speaking to Pierre Jacques about this watch when he visited Los Angeles. It was just a notion then. Now it's reality. Would love to see it in person!

Thanks Meehna!

 
 By: foversta : September 2nd, 2011-14:56
Pierre had a strong influence in the decision making of the DB10. It is the reason why I have to thank him a lot! Fx

Thanks Sanro !

 
 By: foversta : September 6th, 2011-13:43
Beautiful and classy, these are the perfect words ! Fx

Great addition!

 
 By: Hororgasm : September 6th, 2011-13:13
I love EVERYTHING about the DB10. If I can sell my DB9 - the watch, not the car, just to be clear, I will definitely get this. Thanks for sharing, if not tempting!! Best, Horo

Thanks a lot Horo !

 
 By: foversta : September 6th, 2011-13:44
Coming from you, I really appreciate your comments ! Fx

Quite late but

 
 By: dedestexhes : September 8th, 2011-11:09
Hi FX, Great watch! Hope to see it on the 10th in Paris. Br, Dirk