De Bethune derived its name from an 18th century French knight, Le Chevalier de Bethune, who is credited with inventing an escapement both for the pocket watch and grandfather clock. The young brand (it was founded as recently as 2002), produces some of the most intriguing watch complications including minute repeaters, perpetual calendars, equation of time, spherical moon phase display. De Bethune also employs innovative materials in the watches it produces. These watches are highly sought-after horological masterpieces and offer a unique design execution.