Unfolding Arnold & Son's Mastery in Timekeeping with the New True Beat Stop-Seconds

Arnold & Son has ingeniously embodied the legacy of the revered 18th-century English chronometer maker John Arnold. Innovative creations which reflect the dimensions of Arnold’s work are present in the brand’s collections. Each category, ‘Astronomy’, ‘Chronometry’, and ‘World Time’, honours different aspects of his groundbreaking work.

Among the brand’s signature complications is the true seconds feature, also known as a deadbeat seconds mechanism. The DSTB, short for Dial Side True Beat, belongs to the chronometry family and is a vivid tribute to Arnold’s precision chronometers. In this masterpiece, the rare true seconds complication is laid bare for all to appreciate its aesthetic appeal and exceptional functionality. Furthermore, the DSTB edition introduces a stop-seconds function, a salute to Arnold’s pioneering chronometry work, housed in finely crafted, luxurious precious metal casing.

Arnold & Son’s DSTB Stop-Seconds notably mirrors the meticulous process of exact synchronization common during maritime voyages. The function works by stopping the watch hand so that the time can be adjusted precisely to the second. Originally introduced in 2014, this dedication to true seconds is prominently displayed on the DSTB dial, symbolizing Arnold & Son’s commitment to precision.

These limited editions come in 42mm models with exciting color options. You can select from red gold featuring a Cliff Grey PVD-treated dial symbolizing John Arnold’s native cliffs in Cornwall, or platinum with a Kingsand PVD dial inspired by the brass plates of Arnold’s movements. Production is limited to 18 pieces per metal, ensuring the exclusivity of these crafted timepieces.