DS-1 Big Date Powermatic 80

Men watch ∙ Automatic ∙ Black ∙ PVD coating ∙ 316L stainless steel

Reference: C029.426.33.051.00
DS-1 Big Date Powermatic 80

Men watch ∙ Automatic ∙ Black ∙ PVD coating ∙ 316L stainless steel

Reference: C029.426.33.051.00
Equipped with the Powermatic 80 automatic movement, the DS-1 Big Date by Certina embodies the brand's precision and timeless elegance. Designed for men in pursuit of excellence, it stands out with its date aperture, which combines functionality and sophistication. This timepiece is an obvious choice for those seeking the perfect balance between technical prowess and aesthetics. Ideal for complementing a classic or urban style, it offers unwavering reliability and a meticulously crafted design, perfect for any occasion. A watch that embodies innovation and refinement down to the finest details.

Technical specifications

DS Concept Standard

1. Sapphire crystal, extremely scratch-resistant
2. O-ring seal on the setting stem
3. Reinforced case back

DS-1 Big Date Powermatic 80
Men watch ∙ Automatic ∙ Black ∙ PVD coating ∙ 316L stainless steel
DS-1 Big Date Powermatic 80

Materials

stainless steel

The 316L stainless steel which Certina uses for cases, bracelets and clasps, for instance, is extremely resistant, corrosion-resistant and hypoallergenic. It contains only a very small proportion of nickel, which is not released when worn and therefore does not trigger any nickel allergies.

PVD

PVD is the abbreviation for physical vapour deposition and refers to a modern coating method through which a material, for instance gold, can be transferred in a vaporised form, to a steel or titanium substrate. The result is as fine as it is durable. PVD is resistant, corrosion-resistant and very hard.

sapphire crystal

Sapphire watch crystal is made of aluminium oxide power (Al2O3) heated to over 2000°C. The resultant sapphire nugget is cut with great precision into fine slices, trimmed and polished. Sapphire is extremely scratch-resistant, shock-resistant and is very transparent. This is why sapphire crystal is an essential element in the DS Concept and is used by Certina in all of its models to protect the dials.

stainless steel

The 316L stainless steel which Certina uses for cases, bracelets and clasps, for instance, is extremely resistant, corrosion-resistant and hypoallergenic. It contains only a very small proportion of nickel, which is not released when worn and therefore does not trigger any nickel allergies.

PVD

PVD is the abbreviation for physical vapour deposition and refers to a modern coating method through which a material, for instance gold, can be transferred in a vaporised form, to a steel or titanium substrate. The result is as fine as it is durable. PVD is resistant, corrosion-resistant and very hard.

sapphire crystal

Sapphire watch crystal is made of aluminium oxide power (Al2O3) heated to over 2000°C. The resultant sapphire nugget is cut with great precision into fine slices, trimmed and polished. Sapphire is extremely scratch-resistant, shock-resistant and is very transparent. This is why sapphire crystal is an essential element in the DS Concept and is used by Certina in all of its models to protect the dials.

Features

Certina Nivachron™ balance spring

The mechanical movement of this watch is equipped with a Nivachron™ balance spring. This innovative material was developed to increase resistance to magnetic fields. This important component makes a lasting contribution to the reliability, robustness and accuracy of the timepiece.

Certina Nivachron™ balance spring

The mechanical movement of this watch is equipped with a Nivachron™ balance spring. This innovative material was developed to increase resistance to magnetic fields. This important component makes a lasting contribution to the reliability, robustness and accuracy of the timepiece.