CERTINA - DS-2 Chronograph

CERTINA - DS-2 Chronograph Limited Edition NEW

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Few chronographs can boast of having the true precision of a chronometer. The new DS-2 Chronograph – with its ETA PRECIDRIVE movement, can make the claim and prove it – with added good looks nothing short of breathtaking. Gorgeous detailing, faultless precision, available in either a standard or Limited Edition version (with COSC certification), to please all watch connoisseurs.
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The real power of chrono timing comes alive in its true, measurable accuracy. The CERTINA DS-2 Chronograph has at its core the new Swiss Made ETA PRECIDRIVE quartz movement, with 1/100th-sec. accuracy and 12h, 30m, 60s functions and date. This new cutting-edge movement offers the precision of a chronometer in a sporty and handsome timepiece available in a variety of models, including a Limited Edition version (only 1888 units).

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Behind the sporty elegance of the DS-2 and its brushed/polished 41mm stainless steel case, rounded anti-reflective sapphire crystal and tachymeter-scale aluminium bezel, the dial is an impressive design composition. In the standard version, it is a handsome black colour behind coloured hands. In the Limited Edition, it wears an elegant silver dial and black snailed chrono counters, with nickelled-black hands and indices and a three-row brushed/polished stainless-steel bracelet. Superluminova is applied to the hands and indices.

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The standard and Limited Edition models feature the same extraordinary accuracy and world-renowned CERTINA reliability, thanks to the DS Concept, which ensures water resistance up to a pressure of 10 bar (100m). The Limited Edition version is delivered with written COSC certification and special display box. Both models carry the new CERTINA turtle symbol on their case-back and the Limited Edition also shows an engraved unit production number.

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Leather strap models feature a folding buckle with twin push-buttons, and those with a stainless-steel bracelet are equipped with a butterfly buckle with twin push-button closure.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Movement 
Quartz ETA 251.264 CEN Precidrive,
Swiss Made, H, M, small-second, date
Chronograph 1/100th sec, 12h, 30min and 60sec functions
Case 
Brushed/polished 316L stainless steel, 41mm diam.
Aluminium bezel with tachymeter scale
Dial
Black with coloured hands and nickelled indices
(silver sunray-finished dial on Limited Edition model, with black nickelled hands and indices)
Water resistance 
Water-resistant up to a pressure of 10 bar (100m)
Crystal 
Sapphire crystal, rounded, with anti-reflective coating
Crown 
With letters “DS” (Double Security) on tip
Watch strap 
Three-row 316L stainless steel (brushed/polished) with twin push-button butterfly buckle
Specificity       
DS (Double Security), turtle symbol on case back
Limited Edition model (1888 pcs.) delivered with COSC certificate and special box
References       
C024.447.11.051.02 (green hands & stainless steel bracelet)
C024.447.16.051.03 (red hands & leather strap)
C024.447.11.081.00 (anthracite dial & stainless steel bracelet)
C024.448.11.031.00 – Limited Edition model
Retail price       
C024.447.11.051.02, Switzerland: 775.- CHF / UK £ 595.- / IRL € 665.-
C024.447.16.051.03, Switzerland: 745.- CHF / UK £ 570.- / IRL € 635.-
C024.447.11.081.00, Switzerland: 775.- CHF / UK £ 595.- / IRL € 665.-
C024.448.11.031.00, Switzerland: 980.- CHF / UK £ 720.- / IRL € 795.-


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SPEAKE-MARIN - Spirit Mk II DLC Limited Edition

SPEAKE-MARIN - Spirit Mk II DLC Limited Edition NEW

Speake-Marin is proud to announce the arrival of a new collection based upon the iconic timepiece, Spirit.

Soberly named “Spirit”, this daring new collection demonstrates Speake-Marin’s will to further explore its own history and DNA. Succeeding its predecessor, the military inspired collection paves the way for new aesthetics and designs taking Speake-Marin into a new era.

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 A little history
Long before founding his own brand in 2002, English master watchmaker Peter Speake-Marin acquired a solid foundation in watchmaking in the world of restoration of antique timepieces in Piccadilly, London. One fine day, a considerably worn military wristwatch from the late 30’s was to cross Peter’s path. This enchanted encounter between high-class British savoir-faire and pure “form and function” eventually gave birth, a decade later, to the Spirit Pioneer: a subtle blend of true horological values and utilitarian design.

Introducing the Spirit Mk II DLC

A raw Spirit.
Today, Speake-Marin introduces a new addition to the Spirit collection: The Spirit Mk II DLC. Dressed in a magnificent and contrasting matt black coating, The Spirit Mk II DLC’s robes are a contrast to the white enamel, found in other collections and explores the darker side of Speake-Marin’s DNA. The spirit of adventure that led its creator to its original design, finally appeared in the guise of a time measuring instrument with bold charisma.

True to its name, the Spirit Mark II DLC retains the Pioneer’s rousing – and resonant – call to action through the inspirational motto “Fight, Love & Persevere” engraved on the case-back.

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A complex three-dimensional dial

The Spirit Mark II DLC’s three-dimensional, one-piece dial features refined numerals and hour markers in white Super-LumiNova that contrasts superbly against the light-absorbing matt black finished case. The resulting indications are eminently legible and present a fresh new level of sophistication.

The resine dial is as demanding to produce as an enamel dial, involving a cutting-edge technique. The first step is to create a three-dimensional mould of the multi-level dial elements including hour and minute markers, numerals, railroad chapter ring, Speake-Marin logo and topping-tool motif, as well as the Spirit title.

This mould is used to make a negative mould in which lacquer and Super-LumiNova masks are successively applied, ensuring the right materials and colours are in the correct places. When set, the one-piece dial face is removed from the mould and bonded to a traditional dial plate.

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The powerful TT738 Caliber

The Spirit Mark 2 DLC retains an exceptional power reserve – five days – thanks to the use of a unidirectional, automatic-winding movement and the addition of a second barrel.

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New case and bezel
The dial of the Spirit Mark 2 DLC is beautifully framed by a hand finished circular grained bezel. This finishing enhances the casual, contemporary style for which the Spirit has become known, as does the slim 42mm sandblasted stainless steel case and coated with anthracite DLC. The case-back is solid and slightly domed – a combination that provides considerable strength and protection for the movement within.

An inspirational message 
On the case-back, the centrally engraved Speake-Marin ‘topping tool’ motif catches the eye. However, it is the engraved inspirational rallying cry – “Fight, Love & Persevere” – that steals the attention, upholds the Spirit Collection’s name and confirms its credentials as the perfect talisman.

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Technical details

Features and Indications
High-legibility, three-dimensional one-piece dial
Central hours, minutes and seconds
Case-back engraved motto “Fight, Love and Persevere”
Automatic movement with five-day power reserve
Dial and Hands
Numerals, hour and minute markers, railroad chapter ring, Speake-Marin name, topping tool motif and Spirit title all in white Super-LumiNova moulded as part of one-piece dial with matt black base
Foundation central hour and minute hands coated with black PVD, hand-filled with white Super-LumiNova
PVD coated central second hand, with Super-LumiNova painted tip
Movement 
Technotime Calibre TT738
Unidirectional automatic-winding mechanical movement 
Dimensions: 30.40mm x 4.35mm
Power reserve: 120 hours
Jewels: 35
Twin barrels 
Frequency: 28,800vph / 4Hz 
Case and strap
Piccadilly three-piece case 
Diameter: 42mm 
Height:12mm
Material: Sandblasted stainless steel coated with matt black DLC
Water resistance: 3 atm/30m/100’
Front sapphire crystal treated with multi-layer anti-reflective coatings 
Domed compression case back with central Speake-Marin topping-tool engraving
“Speake-Marin” engraved on case-back above topping-tool motif
“Fight, Love & Persevere” motto engraved on the case back below topping-tool motif
Black calf leather strap "ingrassato" with contrasting white stitching and DLC coated stainless steel tang buckle
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