CERTINA – HERITAGE DS Chronograph Automatic 1968

 

CERTINA – HERITAGE DS Chronograph Automatic 1968  2022

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Squaring the Circle

The latest chronograph from Swiss watchmaker Certina moves easily from one world to another. Its design is inspired by a model from the 1960s, but its heart beats to the rhythm of a state-of-the-art automatic movement with a silicon balance spring.

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The cushion-shaped case makes it a stylish accessory, while its chronograph functionality, water resistance up to 20 bar and the unidirectional rotating bezel testify to genuine sportiness. It’s perfectly obvious: the DS Chronograph Automatic 1968 feels right at home everywhere – and at any time.

Squaring the Circle

The latest chronograph from Swiss watchmaker Certina moves easily from one world to another. Its design is inspired by a model from the 1960s, but its heart beats to the rhythm of a state-of-the-art automatic movement with a silicon balance spring.

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The cushion-shaped case makes it a stylish accessory, while its chronograph functionality, water resistance up to 20 bar and the unidirectional rotating bezel testify to genuine sportiness. It’s perfectly obvious: the DS Chronograph Automatic 1968 feels right at home everywhere – and at any time.

Inspired by heroes from the past

This timepiece, which goes back to the DS Chronograph Automatic 1968 , carries a legendary name: at the end of the 1960s the DS Argonaut caused a sensation with its striking case and robust workmanship. Inspired by this model, the Swiss watchmaker has developed a worthy successor that would cut a fine figure in any tale of mythical heroes.

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The DS Chronograph Automatic 1968 is presented in a cushion-shaped stainless steel case (43.5 mm x 43.5 mm) with a black PVD surface. Sapphire crystal on the front and back of the watch provide optimal clarity and legibility. A round sapphire ring, fitted with a black/white scale printed from beneath, lends visual depth to the unidirectional rotating bezel.

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And thanks to their Super-LumiNova® coating, the sharply angled hands and indexes stand out clearly against the black dial even in the dark.

Functionality and resistance

An elegant vintage style is only one of the many facets of the new DS Chronograph Automatic 1968 . Another is its sporty character, underscored, for example, by the 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock and complemented by the central stop seconds and a small seconds at 9 o’clock.

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The striking screw-down crown and water resistance up to 20 bar (200 m) contribute to enhanced robustness. The matt black leather strap with white decorative stitching – easily exchanged thanks to the Certina quick-change system – offers additional safety and comfort.

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A calm and steady heartbeat

Ticking tirelessly inside the watch is the A05.H31 automatic (self-winding) movement with a 60-hour power reserve.

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It is equipped with a silicon balance spring whose innovative material protects it against the everyday enemies of mechanical rate precision: magnetic fields, changes in temperature and shocks have no effect on its steady reliability.

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The new DS Chronograph Automatic is available from July 2022 from authorised Certina dealers worldwide.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Collection  HERITAGE

Model:  DS Chronograph 1968 Automatic 

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Movement
Calibre ETA A05.H31 automatic, Swiss Made,
silicon balance spring hours, minutes, small seconds 
chronograph: stop seconds, 30-minute counter 60-hour power reserve
Case
Stainless steel 316L with black PVD coating
43.5 mm x 43.5 mm, cushion-shaped round,
unidirectional rotating bezel with sapphire crystal ring case back in sapphire crystal
Dial
Black dial; indexes, hour and minute hands with Super-LumiNova® coating
Water resistance:    Up to a pressure of 20 bar (200 m)
Glass:     Anti-reflective sapphire crystal
Strap
Matt black leather strap with white decorative stitching, butterfly clasp with two pushers

Special features:        DS (Double Security), silicon balance spring, based on historical predecessor

Reference/Price:    C040.462.36.041.00    Stainless steel case with black PVD coating, black dial, leather strap - Switzerland CHF 1,970*

Versions:    C040.462.18.051.00    Stainless steel case, black dial with orange elements, striped NATO strap  - Switzerland CHF 1,930*

  *recommended retail price

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Contact:    Certina SA,
Mattenstrasse 149, 2503 Biel – Switzerland
Tel.: +41 (0)32/933 3550 / E-mail: pr@certina.com 
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SEIKO – PROSPEX Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph

SEIKO – PROSPEX Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph Blue Dial 2022

Precision in every aspect. 
A new Speedtimer chronograph.

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Heritage and innovation in harmony. The new Prospex Speedtimer mechanical chronograph.

The creation of the 1969 Seiko Speedtimer was an important landmark in the history of the chronograph. 

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It was one of the world’s first automatic chronographs but its true significance lay in that fact that its movement, Caliber 6139, was the first to incorporate both a column wheel and a vertical clutch, two devices which made the measurement of elapsed time more precise and error-free than ever before. 

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Today, a new creation pays homage to the 1969 original and showcases many of the most innovative aspects of Seiko’s watchmaking. 

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The original 1969 Speedtimer was the first chronograph in the world to incorporate both a vertical clutch and a column wheel.

Precision in every design detail

Just like the 1969 original, every detail of this new creation’s design is tailored to reflect the precision required for elapsed time measurement at the highest level. The sub-dials and markers on the outer dial ring are in white so that they stand out prominently against the blue dial. The chronograph hands are in red to ensure that elapsed time can be read accurately at a glance.

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Thanks to the dial’s vertical hairline finish, the dial turns from navy to vivid blue as the angle of vision changes.

The chronograph second hand is gently curved down towards the dial so that the tip of the hand is as close as possible to the dial's markers and extends right to the tachymeter markings at the dial edge. The minute and hour hands and the edge of the indexes are generously coated with Lumibrite so that the time can be read even in low light conditions. The pushers are prominent and have a wide and flat upper surface area to facilitate secure and accurate operability. In every aspect, precision has inspired the design.

The Caliber 8R Series.  
Designed for maximum precision in every aspect.

This new Speedtimer is powered by Caliber 8R46, which incorporates both vertical clutch and column wheel mechanisms, just like the 1969 original. The vertical clutch eliminates any shuddering or jumping of the hands and so enhances the measurement accuracy while the column wheel ensures the precise control of the chronograph operation.

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Designed and hand assembled completely in-house by Seiko’s most skilled watchmakers, Caliber 8R46 ensures the highest possible levels of precision and durability.

In addition, the movement incorporates Seiko’s unique three-pointed hammer which ensures that, when the re-set pusher is depressed, the hands return to zero instantly and in perfect synchronization. The escapement is lightweight and strong, thanks to the use of MEMS technology which enhances the stability of the watch’s precision.

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As well as the steel bracelet, a black leather strap is also offered with the watch.

The watch is presented on a stainless steel bracelet that is specially designed and constructed for this series. Its thickness and weight, combined with the low center of gravity of the case, ensure stability and a high level of comfort on the wrist. In addition, the presentation case includes a leather strap whose stitching is specially designed to increase the strap’s durability.

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This new Speedtimer chronograph will join the main Prospex collection and will be available from September 2022 at the Seiko Boutiques and selected retail partners worldwide.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 

SPORT - Collection

Model:  PROSPEX Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph: SRQ043

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Ref.  SRQ043

Movement
Caliber Number    8R46
Movement Type:    Automatic with manual winding
Precision:   +25 to -15 seconds per day
Power reserve    Approx. 45 hours
Vibrations: 28,800 vibrations per hour (8 beats per second)
Jewels:  34
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m  

 

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Functions
        Equipped with small seconds hand
        Stop second hand function
Case
Material    Stainless steel (super hard coating)
Size
Thickness:15.1mm
Diameter:42.5mm
Lug-to-lug:50.0mm
Crystal:   Dual-curved sapphire crystal
Crystal Coating:   Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
LumiBrite:    Lumibrite on hands and index(es)
Water Resistance:    10 bar
Weight:   194.0g
Band
Stainless steel bracelet with super-hard coating
Three-fold clasp with push button release 

Bracelet Length:    203.0mm
Distance between lugs:    20mm

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Additional calf strap

🔴  Approximate recommended retail price in Europe: €3,200

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Tokyo­­ 105-8467
Japan
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