The new DS-1 Skeleton watch combines the minimalistic aesthetic of the classic Certina DS-1 with an elegant and intriguing open-face design. The new range features a round cutaway window in the dial, offering the views of the Powermatic 80 movement beating inside.
In each of the debut DS-1 Skeleton models, the viewer is treated to close-ups of a matt grey frame holding gears, jewels and the balance spring in place, all easily visible through the curved sapphire crystal protecting the dial.
Oversized indexes are mounted on a broad band surrounding the round skeleton window, marking the hours with high-contrast accents to ensure perfect legibility.
The Powermatic 80’s fascinating mechanics can also be admired through the transparent crystal at the back of the watch. The movement has a power reserve of up to 80 hours and features a NivachronTM balance spring.
The Certina DS-1 Skeleton is a classic three-hander in stainless steel with three different dials and bracelets. A blue-dial version is worn with a polished and satin-brushed five-link stainless steel bracelet.
The second variant in shades of steely grey features a Milanese mesh bracelet. Rounding off the premiere DS-1 Skeleton collection is a third version fitted with a classic dark brown leather strap, perfectly matched to the dial’s warm hues.
All DS-1 Skeleton models feature the DS (Double Security) concept, which ensures enhanced resilience, shock- and water resistance thanks to a combination of seals, gaskets and robust materials.
Technical details
Model: Certina DS-1 Skeleton
References
C029.907.16.081.00: Brown dial, leather strap
C029.907.11.041.00: Blue dial, stainless steel 5-link strap
C029.907.11.031.00: White dial, stainless steel Milanese mesh strap
Movement
ETA Powermatic 80.631automatic movement with NivachronTM balance spring,
Swiss Made
Hours, minutes, seconds
Power reserve: 80 hours
Case
Stainless steel 316L
40 mm diameter
Glass: Anti-reflective sapphire crystal
Water resistance: Up to 10 bar (100 m)
Dial
Skeletonized, round cut-away with broad coloured band and oversized gold PVD indexes; gold PVD hour, minute and second hands
Bracelets/strap
Stainless steel 5-link
Stainless steel Milanese mesh
Brown leather with alligator pattern
Special features
DS (Double Security)
Recommended retail price in Switzerland
Brown dial version with leather strap: CHF 920.00
Blue dial version with stainless steel 5-link strap: CHF 960.00
White dial version with stainless steel Milanese mesh strap: CHF 960.00
