Certina Club 2000 – Mechanical – Blue Tropical Dial – 39 × 36 mm A characterful vintage Swiss timepiece, this Certina Club 2000 combines an angular chrome-plated case with a blue dial displaying distinctive tropical-style patina. Applied silver-tone markers, a vivid red seconds hand and a framed date window give the watch an appealing sporting elegance, complemented by a classic black leather strap. Technical Details Brand: Certina Model: Club 2000 Case: Chrome-plated case with broad shoulders and an angular profile Dimensions: Approximately 39 × 36 mm, excluding the crown Crystal: Acrylic Dial: Blue dial with pronounced mottled, tropical-style patina Hour markers: Applied silver-tone baton markers with an outer minute track Hands: Hour and minute hands with contrasting inserts and a red central seconds hand Movement: Swiss mechanical Certina movement Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds and date Date: Framed window positioned at 3 o’clock Case back: Solid screw-down back Water resistance: Not tested Strap: Generic black leather strap Wrist size: Suitable for a wrist of up to approximately 21 cm Accessories: Supplied with a generic presentation box Condition Report Grade B – Good condition, with signs of use consistent with age. The chrome-plated case displays scratches, scuffs and visible plating loss, particularly around the underside, edges and lugs, exposing the underlying base metal in places. The case back also presents surface scratches and marks. The blue dial shows extensive mottled spotting and discolouration, forming its distinctive tropical-style appearance. The hands and applied markers display age-related wear, while the acrylic crystal shows surface marks. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the condition description. Water resistance has not been tested. Contact with water should therefore be avoided unless the watch is professionally pressure-tested and resealed. Story & Heritage The individuality of a vintage watch often develops through the details that time leaves behind. In this Certina Club 2000, the blue dial has acquired a richly mottled appearance, giving its surface an irregular texture and a character that immediately distinguishes it. Against this background, the applied markers provide crisp points of reflected light. The red seconds hand adds a lively accent, while the framed date window brings a practical detail to the otherwise straightforward three-hand layout. The angular case gives the watch a confident silhouette. Broad surfaces surround the circular dial, creating an engaging contrast between geometric form and the softer, varied tones of the aged blue finish. Paired with a black leather strap, the composition retains a versatile vintage appeal. Inside, the Swiss mechanical Certina movement adds the enduring interest of traditional watchmaking. With its expressive dial, bold case shape and honest signs of age, this Club 2000 offers an attractive choice for collectors who appreciate vintage watches with visible history and individual character. Internal Reference Number - ITM 1110