This watch is made from iron, and it costs more than a McLaren
Published on Jul 07, 2023 at 3:41 PM (UTC+4)
by Alessandro Renesis
Last updated on Jul 07, 2023 at 3:43 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
Swiss watchmaker De Bethune has unveiled a new timepiece for the upcoming Only Watch auction.
It’s called the De Bethune ‘Seeking Perfect’, and it’s made from iron.
And the price will make you faint.
The drop-shaped case is made from steel and forged iron, while the minute display is made from blue sapphire.
The magnifying glass on the right-hand side of the watch covers a tiny display with small numbers for the minutes, and slightly larger numbers for the hours.
It is everything but practical, but then again this is a collector’s item.
Art for art’s sake, if you like.
The case back features a small transparent window, too, designed to showcase the in-house tourbillon movement that powers it.
Just like all the other watches available for the auction, this is a piece unique, which is watch jargon for ‘one-off’.
And just like the other timepieces, it costs a fortune.
According to the Only Watch auction team, the De Bethune Seeking Perfect is expected to fetch anywhere between CHF 220,000 and CHF 270,000.
That’s equivalent to $245,000 – $300,000.
About Only Watch auction
Only Watch is a charity auction that takes place every two years.
Every watch sold is a piece unique made specifically for the auction.
This year’s auction consists of 62 timepieces from 62 different watch manufacturers including, among others, Zenith, Richard Mille, TAG Heuer, Tiffany, Tudor, Jacob & Co., Louis Vuitton and AP.
Alessandro is an automotive journalist with 10 years of experience covering supercars, automotive history, emerging vehicle technology, and luxury transportation. He wrote the first article published on SupercarBlondie.com when the website launched in 2022 and has since built a reputation for insightful reporting across the automotive and transportation industries. His expertise is grounded in hands-on experience. Alessandro has driven every Tesla model ever produced, from the original Roadster to the Cybertruck, and regularly covers the latest developments in electric vehicles and automotive innovation. His passion for transportation extends beyond cars, he has even flown a Boeing 787 Dreamliner simulator in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. His reporting spans everything from classic American muscle cars and rare automotive discoveries to luxury yachts, private aircraft, high-end watches, and cutting-edge vehicle technology. Known for his deep knowledge of automotive history and ability to uncover the stories behind iconic vehicles, Alessandro brings readers a blend of historical context, technical expertise, and first-hand experience.
