The Certina DS-2 was their sporty, rugged watch made to take on the worst things people could throw at it and laugh at them for trying to upset it.
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
This model was available from the launch of the DS-2 range in 1968 to 1974 with the model code 5801-300, and in 1974 the model code changed. However the case back on this watch still has the printed date code 08-73, showing the watch was made in August 1973.
CONDITION
We have said this before, but Certina watches in the UK are undervalued. Luckily we export about 70% of our watches, and Certina are appreciated more outside of the UK. The DS-2 watch launched to be an incredibly robust watch. The crown had two seals to prevent water ingress, and the movement is held in an anti shock rubber ring. The 26 jewel in house 25-651 automatic movement is running very nicely, and is finished better than a movement hidden behind a case back should be. The case back itself has the turtle logo in the centre, surrounded by wavy lines. The case is all stainless steel, and does have some dinks and scratches, but is unpolished. The bracelet is a modern solid link Xemex stainless steel one with butterfly clasp. The dial is very good, although the glass does have some marks.
This watch will be supplied with our Certificate of Authenticity.
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SIZE
Width with crown 39.8 mm
Width without crown 37.7 mm
Between lugs 18 mm
Lug to lug length 42.5 mm
Case Thickness 14.0 mm
Bracelet will fit a maximum wrist size of 195 mm
All sizes are approximate.
Included with this watch is a 2 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses. If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries. Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us. Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.
