DS-1 Powermatic 80 C0298071608101 Watch

The Watch

Certina is a brand that has carved out a prime spot in the watchmaking world, built on a reputation for durability. Every model undergoes strict quality standards to ensure robustness and longevity - all proudly "Swiss Made." The DS-1 collection delivers this stunning men's watch with sophisticated detailing. It features a silver-tone case crafted from 316L stainless steel - round in shape, weighing 77 grams, measuring 40 mm in diameter with a 10.98 mm thickness, making it a perfect fit for the male wrist. The polished case is topped with a flat sapphire crystal coated with an anti-reflective treatment, offering both scratch-and-shock protection and optimal dial readability. At 3 o'clock, a crown lets you set the hours, minutes, and date. Finally, the snap-back case ensures water resistance up to 10 ATM.

The Dial

Round in shape, the dial of this watch features a grey background that clearly showcases the arrow-shaped indicators in rose gold. At its center, two dauphine hands sweep above the hour markers - the short hand for hours, the long hand for minutes. A dedicated seconds hand completes the set. The dial's outer edge features a minute track for easy reading. To round out the functions, a date window sits at 3 o'clock. The brand name is printed at 12 o'clock, while the collection name appears at 6 o'clock.

The Movement

The automatic movement powering this watch is Swiss-made - specifically the ETA Powermatic 80.111 caliber, fitted with a Nivachron hairspring that drives the hands and date window of this timepiece. It delivers an impressive 80-hour power reserve and beats at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz).

The Strap

In brown, this model is paired with a stunning bovine leather strap featuring tone-on-tone stitching that completes its design. Comfortable to wear and finished with an alligator-embossed pattern, it adds a distinctly vintage touch. The strap has a 20 mm lug width and fastens with a steel pin buckle.

Water Resistance

This model offers water resistance of 10 atmospheres, or 100 meters - it's genuinely water-resistant! Ready to dive into aquatic adventures with you, it handles everything from puddles to the pool without complaint. Showering, bathing, and recreational swimming are all fair game. That said, watchmaking experts note that while this model is water-resistant, it is not designed for diving (professional or otherwise) and should be kept away from high-pressure cleaning equipment. We also recommend keeping the crown and pushers clear during submersion.