De Bethune’s latest collaboration with Swizz Beatz, the DB Kind of Two GMT Season 3, is a statement that transcends function and design. Building on the conceptual DNA of their earlier creative fusions, this dual-faced timepiece fuses high watchmaking with avant-garde artistry. At its core is a technically sophisticated, fully reversible movement that enables two independent time displays—one contemporary, one classic—accessible with an easy flipping motion.
The contemporary face of the watch is striking in its symmetry and spatial depth. A deltoid bridge anchors the balance wheel at 6 o’clock, while the polished, domed surfaces and satin finishes lend the black-coated movement a bold yet refined presence. Polished blued hands, a jumping seconds complication, and golden accents ensure legibility and allure in equal measure. This side speaks to a modern design, emphasizing clean geometry, precise mechanics, and dynamic contrasts—hallmarks of De Bethune’s forward-thinking design language.
Flip the case, and the tone shifts. The classic GMT display offers a nostalgic nod to the Maison’s past with cues from the DB8 and DB10, but it’s far from retro. A hand-guilloché central motif subtly shimmers with blue reflections, creating an almost lyrical display that captures the poetic spirit of the brand. The mirror-polished steel seconds hand glides across the dial like a quiet signature, a refined counterpoint to the boldness of the contemporary face.
The case is in Grade 5 titanium with a matte black zirconium coating. Floating lugs ensure comfort, while the ingenious 42-component case system makes the dual display not just possible, but practical. As with Swizz Beatz’s genre-defying artistry, this timepiece balances contrasting identities—technical and emotional, classic and modern—into a unified, wearable expression of creativity.
