De Bethune + URWERK – Moon Satellite For Only Watch 2019 - Unique Edition
A one-off signed
DE BETHUNE x URWERK
for Only Watch 2019
Expressing the perfection ofthe celestial order, this unique timepiece is a complex interaction of mechanismsspecific to De Bethune and Urwerk – a true fusion of their watchmaking genes.
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United we are stronger in the fight against disease. In support of the
Only Watch biennial charity auction of unique timekeepers, two great independent watchmaking “Maisons” –
De Bethune and
Urwerk – joined their creative energies in bringing forth a timepiece that arouses curiosity, focuses attention and touches the senses.
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From the outside, a case that challenges established norms, fusing the design and function genetics of
De Bethune and
Urwerk with its floating lugs and the singular vibrancy of mirror polished titanium. Under the hood and curved sapphire crystal, a mechanical universe which amazes us with the one-off
URDB01 caliber jointly developed for this very special auction – the crown at 12 o'clock, spherical moon phase, and
Urwerk’s signature time indication with the now-famous satellite window in an arc that evokes the sun's curvature.
The collaboration
DE BETHUNE x
URWERK is the story of four personalities,
Denis Flageollet and
Pierre Jacques at
De Bethune, and
Felix Baumgartner and
Martin Frei at
Urwerk. A story of mutual respect and implicit trust.
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The meeting of two ultra-creative and independent watchmaking minds,
linked by a longstanding friendship, to donate for auction a truly
original and highly desirable timepiece in support of the fight against
Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
1 + 1 = 3.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Name:
Moon Satellite for Only Watch 2019
Reference:
OW19
Functions: Wandering hour satellite, Minutes,
- Spherical moon phase indication at 6 o’clock,
- Power reserve situated on the back
Movement: DB2105
Type: Mechanical hand-wound movement
Adjustment: Winding, setting the time and spherical moon phase
adjustment by means of the crown (3 positions)
Technical features of calibre
DBUR2105
Number of parts: 336
Jewelling: 37 jewels
Diameter: 30 mm
Power reserve: 4 days, ensured by a self-regulating twin barrel
De Bethune Innovation (
2004)
Specificities:
Hour satellite indication designed by
URWERK with triple
base plate in
ARCAAP; satellite in aluminum mounted on Geneva crosses in beryllium bronze.
Hand painted SuperLuminova index.
Titanium balance wheel with white gold inserts, optimised
for temperature differences and air penetration
De Bethune Patent (
2016)
"
De Bethune" balance-spring with flat terminal curve
De Bethune Patent (
2006)
Silicon escape wheel
Spherical moon phase indication accurate to a degree of
one lunar day every
122 years –
De Bethune Patent (
2004)
Triple pare-chute shock-absorbing system
De Bethune Innovation (
2005)
Frequency: 28,800 vibrations per hour
Adornment: Concave plate covers and mirror-polished barrels bridge
Open worked and hand sailed barrels
Steel parts beveled and polished by hand
Case
Case material: Polished grade 5 titanium
Case width: 43 mm
Case thickness: 13.3 mm
Lugs: Short or long floating lugs in polished grade 5 titanium
De Bethune Patent (
2006)
Crystal: In sapphire crystal (
1800 Vickers hardness) with doubleanti-reflective coating
Case back: Screwed case back in grade 5 polished titanium
Sapphire crystal (
1800 Vickers hardness) with double anti-reflective coating
Water resistance: 3 ATM
Strap
Extra-supple alligator leather, alligator lining
Buckle: Pin buckle in polished grade 5 titanium
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WHERE CAN I SEE
THE ONLY WATCH COLLECTION
BEFORE THE AUCTION?
ONLY WATCH UNVEILS THE 50 UNIQUE
WATCHES THAT WILL BE AUCTIONED FOR THE 8TH EDITION OF THE BIENNIAL
CHARITY AUCTION TO BENEFIT RESEARCH ON DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY
Under the High Patronage of
H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco and due to the initiative of
Luc Pettavino, President of the Association Monégasque Contre les Myopathies,
ONLY WATCH is proud to unveil today the names of the
52 watch brands participating in the
8th edition of the biennial charity auction benefitting research on Duchenne muscular dystrophy, as well as the
50 lots that will be auctioned.
This exceptional and unparalleled project supports the battle against a devastating myopathy that affects 1 in
3000 male births on the planet by funding research.
It is expected, this year again, to become the most talked-about topic in the watchmaking industry.
“
I am grateful to all the watchmaking groups and independent brands participating in this 2019 ONLY WATCH
edition demonstrating dedication and heart through their creativity and
craftmanship for this year’s auction which promises to be, once again,
record-breaking”, says
Luc Pettavino.
These
52 brands
will offer sought-after rarities that can be accessed nowhere else.
Unique pieces showcasing the best savoir-faire in the horology world in
all of its diversity.
For the second time Christie’s is
the auctioneer of choice on November 9 when the 50 one-of-a-kind
timepieces will be auctioned at the Four Seasons Hôtel des Bergues at 2
pm (UTC+1).
“
Christie’s is looking forward working once more closely with the Association Monégasque contre les Myopathies on their 8th edition of ONLY WATCH, under the guidance of Luc Pettavino.
On behalf of Christie’s, I would like to extend my sincere Thank You to
all involved in making this project a priority and to be present on 9
November in Geneva to compete for one – or more – of the 50 unique and specially made timepieces for ONLY WATCH”, commented Earl of Snowdon, Honorary Chairman Christie’s EMEA
Ahead of the auction, this unprecedented watch collection will be exhibited to the public from
25 September 2019 to
9 November 2019, in
10 different cities around the world. This world tour will be starting in
Monaco, during (and on the site of) the
Monaco Yacht Show.
- Monaco 25 to 28 September at the Monaco Yacht show
- Dubai 1 to 3 October at Christie’s in association with Seddiqi
- Paris 7 to 8 October at Christie’s
- London 11 to 13 October at Christie’s
- New York 16 to 17 October at Christie’s
- Tokyo 22 to 23 October at Christie’s
- Singapore 25 to 26 October at Malmaison by the Hour Glass
- Hong Kong 28 to 29 October at Christie’s
- Taipei 30 to 31 October at Christie’s
- Geneva 7 to 9 November at Four Seasons Hôtel des Bergues
Since its creation in
2005,
ONLY WATCH has raised over
CHF40 million.
Again, 100% of the proceeds achieved with the 8th edition of the
charity auction will be directly invested in scientific and medical
research on neuromuscular diseases in general and on Duchenne muscular
dystrophy in particular. An achievement made possible by to the generous
donation and participation of the 52 watch brands, the partners
offering a variety of services and logistical support, the media
offering substantial coverage and, of course, the auctioneer,
Christie’s.
“
With ONLY WATCH everyone
creates beauty to do good, meaning in this case supporting the work of
dozens of researchers around the world, financing studies, purchasing
material, creating biotech companies in the chemistry and biology
sector… to bring this science to the clinic and one day maybe to find a
cure. We have done a lot already and are conscious that there is still
much to be done and that this initiative needs, more than ever, help and
support.”
Luc Pettavino.
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Media contact:
Ms Yacine Sar
Telephone: +41
22 900 2027
Mobile : +41
79 834 46 65
press@urwerk.com
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