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Lot #1594

Dewitt Furtive

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Introduction

Founded in 2003 by Jérôme de Witt, a direct descendant of the French Emperor Napoleon himself, DeWitt was created as a watchmaker that would fuse modern horological craftsmanship with watchmaking traditions in order to create a new style of timepiece. As a result, DeWitt’s offerings are famed for their incredibly unique designs and blend of interesting materials, aesthetics, and complications. Featuring several of those tenets is this DeWitt Furtive that we have here. Featuring a bright yellow dial with a blend of Roman and Arabic numerals and a column-like structure populating its southern hemisphere, this example immediately pops as a rather interesting timepiece that is unlike the majority of watches on the market. Featuring a rather unusual case construction, this example also boasts several protrusions around its diameter, alongside the uniquely shaped lugs which combine to further compound upon its unique design. As a result, this timepiece successfully executes on DeWitt’s goal of creating aesthetically noteworthy timepieces that fit in with modern tastes just as much as they rely on traditional crafts.

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Grade

M 9

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Box and Papers

Est. value range

$2,000 – $4,000

The Details

Brand

Dewitt

Dimensions

42mm

Model

Furtive

Movement

Automatic

Reference

FTV.PTS.006.PTB

Bracelet

Leather strap

Year

Circa 2010s

Condition

Near-Mint

Material

Stainless steel

Included

Watch, box and papers

Dial Color

Yellow

THE DIAL

Featuring a bright yellow dial, this example boasts a subtle sunburst pattern alongside sharp skeletonized hands, a blend of Arabic and Roman applied numerals, and several protruding metal columns at 6 o'clock to create a dial that is unapologetically unique, much like the majority of DeWitt's timepieces.

THE CONSTRUCTION

Featuring an interesting case design, the Furtive's construction is unique thanks to its distinctively angular lugs and the metal bands that span its midcase and seemingly bind its case together.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT

This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.

Condition

Watch is in near-mint condition, showing only minor signs of use.

Our Perspective

Unapologetically unique, much like most of DeWitt's designs, this example's bright yellow dial and distinctive construction combine to create a timepiece that packs a hefty wrist presence, and better again, it comes as a full set.

Justin Gruenberg

Co-founder