A Fusion of Elegance and Adventure

Introducing the De Bethune DB28GS Swordfish—a breathtaking timepiece that redefines the standard for dive watches. Originally launched back in 2010, the DB28 has captivated watch enthusiasts with its avant-garde design, featuring sleek floating lugs, a delta-shaped barrel bridge, and eye-catching blued titanium elements. Fast forward to 2015, and the sportier DB28GS emerged, boasting a 100m water resistance. Four years later, the DB28GS Grand Bleu set new records with a remarkable 105m depth rating and an innovative mechanical lighting system. Now, this extraordinary line makes waves again this year with the newly styled Swordfish, dressed in a bold black wetsuit.

Impressive Craftsmanship Meets Compliance

The Swordfish sports a commanding 44mm diameter and a sleek 12.8mm thickness, but it's designed ergonomically to ensure a perfect fit against your wrist. Its external components consist of durable black zirconium for the case middle and hardened steel for the case back, bezel, and lugs. Black DLC coating on the lugs coupled with luxurious blued titanium insets enhances shock resistance, ensuring this watch can withstand the rigors of underwater adventures. The 105m water resistance pays tribute to Jacques Mayol, the deep-sea legend who inspired the iconic film "Le Grand Bleu. "

Innovative Features That Dazzle

Unlike typical dive watches, the De Bethune DB28GS Swordfish takes a unique twist. It eschews the conventional rotating bezel for immersion times, which would be all too straightforward for the visionary Denis Flageollet. Instead, its coin-edged bezel elegantly rotates to reveal metallised minute graduations that are displayed on a sapphire crystal over the dial, maintaining a refined aesthetic.

A Revolutionary Lighting System

The Swordfish astounds with its enhanced illumination. Beyond the luminescent central hands, a discreet pusher at 6 o’clock activates a mechanical lighting system. This system generates a radiant white light from four corners of the watch face—at the 3, 6, 9, and 12 o’clock positions—without any reliance on electronics or batteries. It's akin to a bicycle light, powered by a mini dynamo that draws energy from the twin barrels, ensuring both functionality and charm.

Striking Design Elements

The dial showcases the signature De Bethune traits, including the grand delta-shaped titanium barrel bridge adorned with microlight engravings and blue accents. The stunning reflective bridge above the balance wheel at 6 o’clock is a sight to behold. Hours are represented by spherical blued titanium markers on the external bezel, while a wide openworked black titanium minutes hand—with its own blued titanium insert—graces the dial. You’ll also find a power reserve indicator nestled between the 9 and 10 o’clock markers.

Powerhouse Performance

At the heart of this exquisite watch lies De Bethune's manual-winding DB2080 calibre, featuring twin barrels that provide a robust 5-day power reserve. Equipped with a triple shock absorber system, the movement ensures stability and precision, even amidst the most turbulent conditions. The De Bethune DB28GS Swordfish is not just a watch—it's a statement of style and innovation that any diving enthusiast would be proud to wear.