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36mm and under

39–40mm

41–44mm

45mm+

Movement▸

Manual

Other Automatic

Swiss automatic

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Budget ($0–$249)

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Mid-Range ($500–$999)

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3M+

5M+

Brands/DuBois et Fils/DBF008-05

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DuBois et Fils

DBF008-05

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For the DBF008, old watchmaking techniques have been revived. DuBois et fils preserves the treasures of the past and develops them further.

Metropolis Verdict

Who this watch is really for

developing data

Best for

Mechanical-watch buyers who want a proven automatic or hand-wound movement in an independent design.

Skip if

You want quartz convenience with minimal setting, winding, or service concerns.

Value note: The value case leans on mechanical-watch appeal and the brand's design choices more than raw specification dominance.

Comparable watches

DBF008-01Similar case-size territory, useful if the fit is what drew you in.

DBF008-03Similar case-size territory, useful if the fit is what drew you in.

DBF008-04Similar case-size territory, useful if the fit is what drew you in.

Data status: Noindex until enriched: short or missing description. Image count: 3. Populated spec fields: 5.

MovementCalibre AS-1985 automatic

Case Size39 mm

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Technical Data Matrix

MovementCalibre AS-1985 automatic

CaliberAS-1985 from the 1960s

Diameter39 mm

Case Size39 mm

Crystalsapphire crystal with anti-reflection treatment on both sides

DuBois et Fils

Independent microbrand based in the independent watch scene. Known for styles. Visit the official store for the full collection.

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