WHO loves Certinas ?

VintageYouWant · Jun 10, 2022

hey everyone,
keeping an eye on the market for that DS 2 that would normally be my next purchase, i was narrowing my focus recently on the bracelet. I'd really like that DS 2 I buy to be on an original Certina bracelet (thought it's not mandatory)

The thing is on all the photos i've seen I seem to have seen several different bracelet on thoses DS 2.

The one I see the most the "genuine" one ?

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This one that I this looks fantastic ! Original ?
Is there a name for that particular style of bracelet ?

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This one I also saw on a DS 2 (with Certina logo of course)

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Is there "One" that's original ? Are they all ?

Do you know by any chance the reference number of theses ?

Thaks !

ConElPueblo · Jun 10, 2022

I think all of those are original. The first one is produced by NSA, I am pretty sure that the others are unbranded.

Is the third one on a ladies DS-2?

VintageYouWant · Jun 10, 2022

I don't think so...here's the full pic

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Also seem to have found the same in a more NOS condition (or is it different ?) looks stunning !!! (on a 1250€ ds 2 for sales loool)

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Milos Columbo · Jun 10, 2022

Frenchdude87
hey everyone,
keeping an eye on the market for that DS 2 that would normally be my next purchase, i was narrowing my focus recently on the bracelet. I'd really like that DS 2 I buy to be on an original Certina bracelet (thought it's not mandatory)

The thing is on all the photos i've seen I seem to have seen several different bracelet on thoses DS 2.

The one I see the most the "genuine" one ?

This one that I this looks fantastic ! Original ?
Is there a name for that particular style of bracelet ?

This one I also saw on a DS 2 (with Certina logo of course)

*****************************

Is there "One" that's original ? Are they all ?

Do you know by any chance the reference number of theses ?

Thaks !

Hi Folks. I think this active discussion about Certina here is awesome!
i try to contribute. unfortunately i am not a DS-2 specialist. But if I take a look at the catalogs of this period, I see three different bracelets.

1968 - 1970

1971 - 1972

From 1972

For the references:
1 gen. 6300
2 gen. 6025
and after that as mentioned NSA without a ref.

Is that right? And I'm sure there are more!

philby · Jun 11, 2022

Frenchdude87
How amazed was I when my 240€ bid was litteraly wiped out but by two bidder who reached the price of....500€ (w/out shippping and bidding fees)

While I have no idea what a sensible price would be, my first thought is €500 for a DS-2? That's completely crazy.
They tend to go for well below this price here (Switzerland), even nicer ones.
Luckily, they're far too large for my small wrist, so at least here I'm not tempted.

Actually, if I wanted to get one of those massive watches, something like this beauty is what I'd go for.
Or if it really had to be a DS-2, the red dial one.

VintageYouWant · Jun 12, 2022

Another question is rising from my ds 2 search 👎

I'd like to know what you think about it (and evaluate @ConElPueblo 's knowledge about certina 😁)

i see some (most) models with straight "baton" arrows, but also some with little pointy tips. whay do you guyz know about it ? Haven't founds any legit info about it...

Merci 😀

ConElPueblo · Jun 12, 2022

Frenchdude87
Another question is rising from my ds 2 search 👎

I'd like to know what you think about it (and evaluate @ConElPueblo 's knowledge about certina 😁)

i see some (most) models with straight "baton" arrows, but also some with little pointy tips. whay do you guyz know about it ? Haven't founds any legit info about it...

Merci 😀

There were at least six different types of hands used on the DS line over the years, your best bet is to look through old adverts...

connieseamaster · Jun 16, 2022

Hi all,

Have occasionally been looking for a ladies size DS or DS2 (pain in the ass since Certina often used movements without seconds hands in their smaller watches) and have come across this one for $400. Thoughts on case condition?

ConElPueblo · Jun 16, 2022

connieseamaster
Hi all,

Have occasionally been looking for a ladies size DS or DS2 (pain in the ass since Certina often used movements without seconds hands in their smaller watches) and have come across this one for $400. Thoughts on case condition?

It has certainly seen some polish - the main gripe is the price. $400 is a piss-take.

connieseamaster · Jun 16, 2022

Yeah, the price is definitely out of line. I'm considering offering $150-$200 if the listing renews (currently a BIN that I'm watching).

philby · Jun 24, 2022

Uh-oh, it‘s Certina time.

Milos Columbo · Jun 24, 2022

philby
Uh-oh, it‘s Certina time.

I‘m in!

do you recognize this building?

philby · Jun 25, 2022

Milos Columbo
do you recognize this building?

Rolex Headquarters.
😗

Wait... no, I know: SEIKO HQ!

VintageYouWant · Jun 28, 2022

Ds-2 Tuesday with the new favorite of mine
A blue bullseye dial in great condition (from 69 according to the SN) and with a wonderful original bracelet