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Arnold & Son's watchmaking is remarkable for its ability to balance the creation of exceptional horological marvels while upholding the legacy of John Arnold. The beauty with which these two elements are combined has resulted in a litany of acclaimed Arnold & Son watch collections, like the 2014-released DSTB. An acronym for Dial Side True Beat, this collection spotlights a rare complication that few watchmakers have ever attempted. For Arnold & Son, the deadbeat or 'true beat' as they call it, is a mechanism that finds its roots in the early marine chronometers made by John Arnold for the Royal Navy. This feature, crucial for ensuring precise timekeeping down to the second, makes a mechanical watch tick like a quartz one. Therefore, unlike conventional mechanical watches, the second hand of a watch with the deadbeat second jumps once per second rather than sweeping smoothly.
Design
The DSTB collection forges impressive creative harmony by displaying this singular complication in a tasteful layout. For that much-favoured flair of Arnold & Son complexity, the complete dead second mechanism rests on the dial, occupying most of the available real estate. As a result, three open-worked bridges, one of which holds the large seconds hand, a minute tracker, finely-finished wheels, and an anchor-shaped counterpoise that moves with the calibre underneath, are all prominently visible on the dial. The primary timekeeping dial, featuring hours and minutes, is transposed at four o'clock, ensuring the deadbeat mechanism remains the watch's fundamental cynosure.
Arnold & Son DSTB Range
The collection has remained mostly unchanged over the years, keeping all the key elements intact. The watch's elegant round case is offered in various materials, including precious metals and stainless steel. As the dial continues to serve as a canvas for showcasing the watch's technical and aesthetic excellence, it serves rightly as a platform for creative exploration. Therefore, elegant hues and intricate finishes are lavishly applied to the dial, creating a splendid haute horlogerie effect on the wrist.
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Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)
What is special about Arnold & Son?
Arnold & Son is a Swiss luxury watch manufacturer with British roots. One of the oldest watchmaking brands in the world, Arnold & Son features a wide range of intriguing collections. Known for the Globetrotter collection, Arnold & Son provides insight into a unique style of watchmaking.
Which are the most popular Arnold & Son collections in India?
The most popular collections by Arnold & Son in India are:
- DSTB
- Globetrotter
- Grandes Complications
- Luna Magna
- Metiers D'Arts
- Nebula
- Time Pyramid
- Perpetual Moon
- Tourbillon Chrono 36
Which are the most popular Arnold & Son watches for men in India?
The most popular Arnold & Son watches for men in India are:
- DSTB
- Globetrotter
- Grandes Complications
- Luna Magna
- Metiers D'Arts
- Nebula
- Time Pyramid
- Perpetual Moon
- Tourbillon Chrono 36
Where can I get my Arnold & Son watch serviced?
One of the best luxury watch service centres in India is operated by Ethos Watches. Ethos Watch Care | Shop No 118-120, First Floor, Square One Mall, District Center Saket New Delhi - 110017 | Phone: +91 11 4142 1691, +91 93190 95793 | E-Mail: customercare@ethoswatches.com | URL: https://www.ethoswatches.com/repair-and-service/