The De Bethune DB27 Night Hawk, a coveted series from the independent brand, has evolved into an embodiment of sophistication and technical craftsmanship over the decade since its introduction in 2012. Created in collaboration with the acclaimed independent watch retailer, EsperLuxe, the Night Hawk is the latest expressive addition to the series, inheriting the brand’s most cherished features.
Encased in a 43mm Grade 5 titanium body alternating between polished and brushed surfaces. The slender 9mm tall watch features De Bethune’s signature floating lugs, creating an adaptable wearing experience. This design tenacity extends to the watch face with the dazzling ‘Starry Sky’ motif, making its debut in this collection, etched into a flame-blued titanium backdrop, marking a nod to the onset of the partnership with EsperLuxe in 2021. The watch creates an enticing contrast between the grandeur of the Roman numerals and elegantly slim Arabic minute markers.
Having held their love service for horology in the grand lanes of Geneva, the charming streets of New York, and amid the urban flash of Ginza, Hodinkee is now extending their reach to the sophisticated watch enthusiasts of Australia & New Zealand. Their arrival presents a fresh chapter, embedding their global language of watch appreciation into the local accents of the region.
The vibrant and passionate Australian and New Zealand watch community, known for its distinctive taste, influenced by a mixture of ruggedness and refinement. With a remarkable partnership with Switzer Media + Publishing, a trusted media figure in Australia, boasting an impressive portfolio from Harper’s BAZAAR to Men’s Health, Hodinkee plans to create a more locally relevant and interactive edition.