{"product_id":"vintage-certina-1962-mechanical-swiss-watch-caliber-28-16-nato-strap-serviced","title":"Vintage CERTINA 1962 Mechanical Swiss Watch Caliber 28-16 NATO Strap serviced","description":"\u003cstyle\u003ebody {color: white;}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-top: 15px solid #a7a9ac; border-right: 15px solid #171717; border-bottom: 15px solid #171717; border-left: 15px solid #a7a9ac; border-collapse: collapse; width: 70%; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; background-color: #262626;\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003c!-- row 0 --\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border:5px double #171717; width: 100%; background-color: #262626; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #171717; padding: 15px; 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 itemprop=\"name\" id=\"itemTitle\"\u003e1960's vintage CERTINA mechanical Swiss made stainless steel men's wristwatch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eCaliber Certina 28-16, 17 jewels, shockproof balance\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding-left: 30px; padding-right: 30px; font-size: 15px; background-color: #262626;\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt would be great find for any collector\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration is an elegant Swiss-made gent's wristwatch — \u003cb\u003eCertina\u003c\/b\u003e, manufactured in 1962. This classic timepiece features a clean minimalist dial with gold-tone hands and markers, showing a beautiful authentic warm patina. It is powered by the high-grade, in-house mechanical manual-winding \u003cb\u003ecaliber 28-16\u003c\/b\u003e with 17 jewels. The watch comes paired with a stylish grey \u003cb\u003eNATO-style fabric strap\u003c\/b\u003e, blending classic dress aesthetics with a modern casual look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr color=\"D19E23\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDEFECTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e minor signs of wear on the stainless steel case, authentic warm patina\/aging on the dial consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOUNTRY OF ORIGIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switzerland \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMANUFACTURER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOVERALL CONDITION (10-point scale):\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCASE Condition (10-point scale):\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel (Acier Inoxydable back)\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eReference number:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 7101 024\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSerial number:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 4008168 (Production year: 1962) \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGLASS Condition (10-point scale):\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIAL Condition (10-point scale):\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-8\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTRAP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew leather strap as a gift!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOVEMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical: hand-winding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ehttps:\/\/ranfft.org\/caliber\/1784-Certina-28-16\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCertina 28-16\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBasic Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"w1\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eName\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eCertina 28-16\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eCertina\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eLaunch Year\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e1965\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eCaliber Family\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n 28-15: 18000 A\/h\u003cbr\u003e\n 28-151: 18000 A\/h, date\u003cbr\u003e\n 28-16: 19800 A\/h\u003cbr\u003e\n 28-161: 19800 A\/h, date\u003cbr\u003e\n 28-163: 19800 A\/h, date, circadian rhythm\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eRelated calibers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n Certina 28-15, Certina 28-151, Certina 28-16, Certina 28-161, Certina 28-163\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eIs COSC certified\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"w2\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eLignes Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e12.5 ‴\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e28.4 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e4.4 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eFurther Measures\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Diameter (Dm):\u003c\/strong\u003e 28.0mm\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eStem height (T):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.3mm\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eMounting Height (F):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003ePower Reserve\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e46 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eFrequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e19,800 vph\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eJewels\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e17\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eLift Angle\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e48 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eComplications and Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"w3\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-bs-toggle=\"tooltip\" data-bs-original-title=\"It is the most common form that we can find.\"\u003eRound \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eComplications\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-bs-toggle=\"tooltip\" data-bs-original-title=\"Contrary to the ticking motion of quartz watches, the sweep second hand in mechanical watches moves smoothly around the dial, offering a visual representation of time flowing continuously. This has become synonymous with the precision and craft of mechanical horology.\"\u003eSweep Second \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eShock Protection\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-bs-toggle=\"tooltip\" data-bs-original-title=\"Originating from Switzerland in the 1930s, the Incabloc system is arguably the most famous and widely-used shock protection mechanism in the world of horology. The system incorporates a pair of lyre-shaped spring clips holding a ruby jewel setting, allowing both lateral and vertical movement. When a shock occurs, the balance staff's delicate pivots can move inside the jewel but are quickly returned to their original position without damage.\"\u003eIncabloc \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eRegulator Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-bs-toggle=\"tooltip\" data-bs-original-title=\"One of the most traditional and commonplace regulator types. It involves an index that moves along a scale, thereby adjusting the active length of the hairspring. By shifting the index, the watch can be adjusted to either gain or lose time as needed. This system provides a straightforward means of adjustment, allowing for fine-tuning by simply moving the index pointer. Over the years, it has been the standard in many pocket watches and more affordable wristwatches due to its simplicity and reliability.\"\u003ePinned Regulator (or Index Regulator) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eMovement Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-bs-toggle=\"tooltip\" data-bs-original-title=\"Mechanical movements that require the wearer to manually wind the watch to store energy in the mainspring. The consistent release of this energy regulates timekeeping.\"\u003eManual \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eEscapement Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-bs-toggle=\"tooltip\" data-bs-original-title=\"Regarded as the pinnacle of escapement design, the Swiss Lever is the most commonly employed in modern mechanical watches. It offers an intricate interplay between the escape wheel, lever, and balance wheel, ensuring precise timekeeping and remarkable durability. Over the decades, improvements and refinements have made it the industry standard.\"\u003eSwiss Lever \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eControl Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-bs-toggle=\"tooltip\" data-bs-original-title=\"Central to mechanical timepieces, the balance wheel is a delicate, oscillating component that, in conjunction with the hairspring, governs the gear train's pace. Its consistent back-and-forth movement ensures the even release of energy from the mainspring, playing a crucial role in maintaining the watch's accuracy.\"\u003eBalance Wheel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eWinding Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-bs-toggle=\"tooltip\" data-bs-original-title=\"A key development allowing users to wind their watches by turning the crown, paving the way from pocket to wristwatches and remains predominant in many modern mechanical watches.\"\u003eStem Winding \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eSetting Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-bs-toggle=\"tooltip\" data-bs-original-title=\"The predominant method in contemporary wristwatches. The crown, when pulled, allows the user to set the time and date. Its integrated design is user-friendly and effective in preventing unintended settings.\"\u003eStem Set \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"w4\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eHand Sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e1.50 x 0.90 x 0.18mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eHand Count\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eCountry Of Manufacture\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eSwitzerland\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther data:\u003c\/strong\u003e balance staff: U2782 stem: W2805 mainspring \/ battery: 1.40 x 11.5 x 0.125 x 360mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003cth\u003eSignature\u003c\/th\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eca. 1965: Certina, 28-16, Swiss, 17 Jewels; Incabloc\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr color=\"D19E23\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIMENSIONS, WEIGHT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"1\" align=\"center\" style=\"color: white; border-color: white;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"228\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"264\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.32 inch (33.5 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth with crown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.42 inch (36.0 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength (lug to lug)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.59 inch (40.5 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth (thickness)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.35 inch (9.0 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.14 inch (29.0 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.45 oz (41.0 g)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHours, minutes, central seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwitzerland\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions of watches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/N8U5c0Y2cB6Bsr1GD3muV3sVprSbCVqeE6laUNDAZpHlELpDmF6NapvH5_rGAoiaWSHBDGiB77Uw37kB4eCYDPDR5AeGXbG6nIBinYaYsKd0va-rGkwYwPyU5gC1mtH4raotBNhi4cPGgM9NUX3EAgIzWAnXGgHvsbp7N02gCUzlrS8Yi1AMqniEgCRBAwkifG8z6OnlR5eVkJTjLKswfiAXpA0jqd3ZHYwgzMm81ie78Kfc-sGn3sRsY3f-dn6skvvoYEIsxzebzbyp8vKeIY6V2R1clGDy7RGKf7ok4-A3ZJaV34z-_kc9Sxuesoxos0zzxHdhb9haSLIeMB_REqE3InZOnFbnavTg484yeTjEVO29h6F_iQfBv1AAxpHHyA4eOaUdB5d19iQoS9mbNpqvCSXDI5MHU7LrBthAm2h_21uEQDbsfLfU_--AD_1ZfyGU40Qgt-paGJ_HdS-GxcSwzVZYjkuH1hlCk7A_I70AEBWcOMlm1hZXTGvGHl4mFN-lrQlnuMzy92xz4JQWgvwFaqKKCSZBTZWTHCimZdhsPupyAEoyBivsf284Ax1Ek8W7K5A3ljvDkw3Wy88ZR6XeEShjWI0D1y3RQ2MYumDPIaopS5f3=w290-h373-no\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" vspace=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr color=\"D19E23\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE HISTORY OF TRADEMARK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.certina.com\/history\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"justify\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertina watches are known for their precision, reliability and sporty character. The sport watch brand has an international reputation built on quality Swiss workmanship, throughout its 125-year history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1888. The sport watch brand is born\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brothers Adolf and Alfred Kurth set up their own watch production facility in the Swiss town of Grenchen. In this idyllic spot at the foot of the Jura mountains between Solothurn and Biel, the brothers and their three employees work in an annex to the family home. Within a short time business is flourishing, and so in the following years various extensions are opened and new employees taken on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1906. A new brand name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1906 the Kurth brothers introduce a brand name for their watches: \"Grana\", short for \"Granacus\", the Latin name of Grenchen. The quality of this timepiece is immediately recognised and earns several awards. In the 1920s Alfred Kurth’s sons Erwin and Hans join the company and see it through the difficult time of the Great Depression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1939. Certina. With Security\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the 1930s the company increasingly uses the brand name Certina, for a good reason: it is easy to pronounce in all languages and is based on the Latin word \"certus\", which means \"sure\". The brand is officially registered in 1939 and in 1949 is chosen to be the sole brand name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1959. The DS Concept is born\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1959, the company brings out the first Certina watch with DS Concept. The Certina DS is an extremely shock-resistant automatic watch with water resistance up to 20 bar (200 meters). This sets new standards for a whole generation of wristwatches.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1960. Expedition to the Himalayas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Certina DS accompanies an international expedition on the first successful ascent of the 8,167-metre-high Dhaulagiri in western Nepal. It overcomes all the challenges – from strong temperature fluctuations to considerable height and pressure differences – with no problem at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1965. With Sealab II at the bottom of the ocean\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Certina DS takes part in the US Navy's Sealab II underwater project, which involves scientists and divers working in a diving station in different areas of marine research. They confirm that the Certina DS is absolutely reliable under all conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1969. A successful dive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe innovative DS-2 Super PH 500 M is part of the Tektite underwater experiment, in which four scientists live in two underwater residential tanks for two months under NASA observation. The Certina models worn by the scientists achieve the very best scores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1970. Flying high\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Japanese expedition to Mount Everest is accompanied by Certina watches, which also stand up to these highly challenging conditions. During the expedition, the Japanese skier Miura achieves one of the most daring ski runs of all time, descending through 1,000 metres from an altitude of 8,000 metres, while wearing a DS-2 Chronolympic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1971. Time to listen to one's body\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Certina Biostar is the first watch in the world to display a person's daily biorhythms. At a glance it shows the wearer's physical, mental and emotional biorhythms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1973. Champions together\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Belgian rider Roger de Coster wins the motocross world championships 500cc class for the third time, proudly wearing his Certina DS 288.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1976. A powerful duo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ultra-robust and scratch-resistant DS DiaMaster attracts attention everywhere – including on the wrist of the famous American heavyweight boxer Muhammad Ali.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1983. A new chapter in the history of watchmaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertina joins the newly founded SMH Group, which is led by the visionary entrepreneur and watch-lover Nicolas G. Hayek. SMH becomes the world’s leading watch group, and is renamed the Swatch Group Ltd. in 1999. Certina sport watches are in the middle-price segment of the corporate group's range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1995. Clearly a sport watch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its new Cascadeur models, the Certina brand's skill in making sport watches can be seen at very first glance: the strap of this timepiece is designed like the chain of a motorbike, and two eye-catching metal rods over the sapphire crystal provide extra protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2002. Off-road timekeeping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertina continues to extend its involvement in motorsport, and can now be seen on the wrist of the popular rallying world champion Colin McRae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2004. Absolute precision\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS-3 1000m recaptures the heritage of Certina’s famous diver's watches. This automatic timepiece is water resistant to a record-breaking depth of 1,000 metres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2005. On the winners’ podium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the official sponsor of the Sauber Petronas team, Certina celebrates its debut in Formula 1, a discipline to which it will remain loyal for many years. At the same time, the brand is delighted at the 125cc class world title win by motorcyclist Thomas Lüthi, whom it has sponsored since the beginning of his career. These sporting successes are reflected in the launch of the DS Podium, whose sporty design and precision make it one of the most popular and successful Certina watch families to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2011. An exceptional athlete\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Norwegian Ole Einar Bjørndalen, most successful biathlete in sporting history, joins the international Certina family as an official brand ambassador.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2013. 125 years of Certina\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the occasion of its 125th anniversary, Certina presents not only a completely new and fresh corporate identity, but also three new watch movements. The Powermatic 80, a highly precise movement with a power reserve of up to 80 hours, the C01.211, an extremely reliable chronograph and the ultra-accurate Precidrive™ movement, the latter representing a new generation of quartz watches whose precision is comparable with that of chronometers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2015. New partners in speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertina is expanding its presence in motor rallying, as the official partner of the Abu Dhabi Total World Rally Team, one of the most famous and most successful teams in this sport. It is also entering into partnership with the renowned ADAC GT Masters. As the official timekeeper in one of the most exciting racing series in Europe, the brand is consolidating its reputation as an authentic sport watch, which is at home at the world's major motorsports events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color:#171717\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"стиль2\" align=\"center\"\u003eRECOMMENDATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAll Antique watches are mechanical. Many repairs will not be cheap, as most likely they will require replacement of non-standard parts (unlike most late model watches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntique watches should not be beaten or dropped - because repairs may be expensive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntique watches are generally NOT waterproof. This is because waterproofing was not in general production until the middle of the 20th century for most watches. Therefore you should protect your antique watch from exposure to moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your watch becomes wet it should be dried off quickly. Carefully open all covers and use a hair drier to blow dry the movement, dial, covers, crown. This will reduce the amount of rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your watch becomes wet with any kind of salt water you should immediately immerse or spray your watch with fresh (no-salt) water to remove all the salt from the works before drying the watch completely. Any salt left in the watch will combine with moisture in the air to rust metal components of the movement, case etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinding any mechanical watch tight may break the mainspring. If you can avoid it do not wind the watch hard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen adjusting the hands of your watch, move them in a clockwise direction only. Counter-clockwise adjustments may damage the movement. It is desirable to adjust the hands of your watch at the same time every day. An automatic or self-winding watch should be worn for at least 8 hours a day. It is a mechanical watch in which the mainspring is wound automatically as a result of natural motion of the wearer's arm, to provide energy to run the watch, making manual winding unnecessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you must adjust counter-clockwise make it for small adjustments only (i.e. for minutes, NOT hours).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe careful and gentle when adjusting the movement speed (faster or slower). Don't make sharp movements, and don't touch other components in the movement especially the pendulum mechanism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery 2-3 years it is necessary to service and oil vintage watches. If the course of your watches is worsening and the accuracy of the reduction in the duration of the clock (autonomy) from one fully wound spring - it need a service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIF the watch is dirty - allow the watch to run down, don't wind it again until you have it serviced by a qualified watch repair expert. Dust will absorb and remove important lubricants and cause the movement pieces to wear down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo clean the case, dial and crystal you should use a cloth that does NOT leave fibers as these may get caught up in the movement. Check with your Watch repair expert to get an appropriate cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your antiques watch away from magnets. Strong magnetic fields may affect the accuracy of your watch since some vintage watches were made with iron based components in the movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost Cases and Covers are fine components and will not handle abuse well. The watch should not be shaken, beaten, or stressed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntique watches generally experience an error of up to 5-7 minutes a day. Any accuracy of +- 5 minutes is very good.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical watch is not recommended to use for engage in extreme sports, and expose them to excessive vibration loads. Recoil force, which take on the clock, affect their reliability and precision. No matter how perfect was not anti-shock mechanism, there is always the chance of excessive load that details of the mechanism can not survive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatch with calendar.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is not recommended to adjust, the date between 20.00 and 06.00, because at this time involved a mechanism for automatic adjustment date. Translation pointers calendars manually in this position arrows may damage the mechanism. Date changes should be made, relegating pre-clockwise to lower sector of the dial (for example, to position 6 (18.00) hours).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChronograph watches.\u003c\/strong\u003e In most cases, these watches contain the \"start\/stop\" button and \"reset\" button. It is strongly recommended not to press the \"reset\" if the chronograph is running. 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