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Geneva 2013: DeWitt
From the teaser we posted some time ago, one could see that still today quite a few people are familiar with De Witt and their collection - only.
One could say De Witt is still something like a "sleeper", but one with strong DNA and passion for the detail. A passion for mechanics (especially vintage
automotive), crafts (in general) which ask for outstanding skills and of course Art Déco. If you ever had the pleasure to meet Mr. De Witt in person
you probably can imagine that one of the biggest challenges for the employees is not to be overwhelmed by his (almost) unlimited passion and creativity.
For the company it is probably a strength and a weakness at the same time, but for all those who love the De Witt style it is a feast.
Now let´s have a look at a selection (chosen by Magnus & Oliver) from the collection 2013.
One could say De Witt is still something like a "sleeper", but one with strong DNA and passion for the detail. A passion for mechanics (especially vintage
automotive), crafts (in general) which ask for outstanding skills and of course Art Déco. If you ever had the pleasure to meet Mr. De Witt in person
you probably can imagine that one of the biggest challenges for the employees is not to be overwhelmed by his (almost) unlimited passion and creativity.
For the company it is probably a strength and a weakness at the same time, but for all those who love the De Witt style it is a feast.
Now let´s have a look at a selection (chosen by Magnus & Oliver) from the collection 2013.
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Geneva 2013: DeWitt
From the teaser we posted some time ago, one could see that still today quite a few people are familiar with De Witt and their collection - only. One could say De Witt is still something like a "sleeper", but one with strong DNA and passion for the detail...
The Twenty-8-Eight Collection
DeWitt's Twenty-8-Eight Collection is the most elegant one created by the manufacture. Here, the mechanical motive of the imperial columns is less pronounced and instead leaves room for more architecturally-inspired Art Deco elements, American Art Deco sp...
The 28's movement is
surprisingly unremarkable, no? But I sort of like the Tourb, in its over the top deWitt-ness.
The "basic" movement shown ...
is probably not the (key) reason to buy the watch, but also it wouldn´t keep me away if I am in the market for a watch in that very special style. Oliver
The Academia Collection
Also, the Academia collection received updates in dials and materials. Academia Mirabilis This watch with its partly open-worked dial has already been presented last year (more on its gestation here ) but now comes in additional and more contrasty colour ...
I like a lot the Mirabilis.
Uusually, I'm not a great fan of open dials but this time, I think that the whole design works pretty well. Thanks a lot for these pictures and for the comprehensive report! Fx
The New Academia Collection: Celebrating 10 years of DeWitt!
In 2013 DeWitt celebrates its first 10 years of existence with a new collection, the New Academia . All of them are limited to 200 pieces. For the first time the manufacture offers a stainless steel watch. This considerably lowers the entry point for DeWi...
Hora Mundi
Nice watch but I find the second timezone window a bit confusing. Maybe I have to see it in the metal to check this point. Thanks a lot! Fx
Our Conclusion
DeWitt has a remarkably concise collection with one very present denominator: the use of 'imperial columns' as the dominating design element. The differences between the collection - the Concept Watches not included! - are subtle. Thus the question arises...
Thank you both for the very detailed report.
The last time I had a comprehensive view of the De Witt collection was in December 2010. I think I need an update. I will try to see the current collection as soon as possible. Thanks a lot for the great report! Fx
the collection exudes quality!
I am a huge fan of Art-Deco design and I have now fallen in love with the DeWitt collection. Personal favourite is the constant force tourbillon, perhaps without the jewelling wouold be a sure fire winner. I'm certainly interested in the Twenty-8-Eight co...
