DuBois & Fils Chronograph
DBF001-03
22/99
WITNESS TO A NEW CHAPTER
This high-end chronograph was first unveiled in 2013. Through a large-scale crowdfunding campaign, anyone interested could become part of Switzerland's oldest watch manufacturer by purchasing shares. The DBF001 thus embodies tradition, innovation, and exclusivity, with a strictly limited collection.
DuBois & Fils watches are limited to 99 pieces each.
LARGE DATE CHRONOGRAPH AND METICULOUS ATTENTION TO DETAIL
The DBF001's dial is highly elaborate and features three distinct levels. The numerals are individually hand-set on the dial. The large date mechanism consists of two discs.
The case is composed of five separate parts, all screwed together. This complex manufacturing process allows for exceptionally high quality in the alternating polished and satin finishes.
One of the distinctive features of DuBois et fils watches is the screws on the case back. They are adorned with the outline of the brand's logo, the fir tree.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
CASE, DIAL, HANDS
Case material: 316L stainless steel, polished and satin-finished
Black DLC coating
Diameter: 41.50 mm
Aperture diameter: 34.40 mm
Crystal: Round, box-type sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides
Water resistance: 5 ATM
Dial: Black guilloché
Indexes & Numerals: Black rhodium-plated Arabic numerals
Black Super-LumiNova®
Hands: Black rhodium-plated
MOVEMENT
ETA2892-DD4500, automatic movement
Dubois-Dépraz 4500 with large date
Caliber: 13.5''' (Diameter: 30 mm)
Hand height: 7.50 mm
Jewels: 49
Frequency: 28,800 A/h
Power reserve: 42 hours
Movement finish: nickel-plated, rotor with “DuBois et fils” motif
FUNCTIONS
Hours and minutes in the center
Small seconds subdial at 3 o'clock
Quick-set large date
Chronograph:
30-minute counter at 9 o'clock
12-hour counter at 6 o'clock
BRACELET AND BUCKLE
Calfskin leather strap with leather lining
Handmade in Switzerland
Decorative embossing
Buckle material: 316L stainless steel, polished and satin-finished
Black DLC coated
SEE THE VIDEO
SMALL MANUFACTURER BIG IMPACT
The DBF001 impresses with its complex case, elaborate dial, and the large date display by Dubois-Dépraz. This small manufacture was founded in 1902 in Le Lieu, in the Vallée de Joux, and specializes in complicated watch movements. Dubois-Dépraz, for example, developed a wristwatch movement with a 5-minute repeater in 1975. For many years, the company supplied movements to brands such as Patek Philippe, Eberhard, Heuer, Breitling, Valjoux, and others.
New watch
never worn
New price in 2013: €8,500
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsBlackMaterialMetal, LeatherNumber of items1Height4 cmWidth4 cmDepth2 cm