Certina - DS First - No reserve price - Men - 2010-2020
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Description from the seller
Certina DS First – Swiss Made – Black Dial – 200M
A sporty and elegant Certina DS First, combining Swiss reliability with a strong diver-inspired design. The watch features a 41 mm stainless steel case, black dial, rotating-style black bezel, sapphire crystal, and a clean date window at 6 o’clock. With its refined proportions and robust construction, this Certina is a versatile timepiece suitable for daily wear and sport elegance.
Technical Details
Brand: Certina
Model: DS First
Origin: Swiss Made
Case Material: Stainless steel
Case Diameter: 41 mm, excluding crown
Glass: Sapphire crystal
Dial: Black dial with applied hour markers
Bezel: Black diver-style bezel
Movement: Swiss quartz movement
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, and date
Date Window: Positioned at 6 o’clock
Water Resistance: 200 m / 660 ft stated on the dial and case back, not tested
Strap: Generic black silicone strap
Wrist Size: Fits up to approximately 21 cm
Case Back: Signed Certina DS with the turtle emblem, as visible in the pictures
Box: Generic box included
Condition Report
The watch is in Grade B+ condition, with fine traces of use due to normal wear. The stainless steel case shows light surface marks visible mainly on close inspection. The black dial remains clean, elegant, and highly legible, while the sapphire crystal is well preserved.
The case back is signed with the Certina DS turtle emblem and technical engravings, including stainless steel, sapphire crystal, and 200 m water-resistance indication. The watch is fitted with a generic silicone strap, practical and comfortable for everyday use.
Please note that the water resistance is stated as 200 m / 660 ft, but it has not been tested, therefore no guarantee is offered for use in water.
Story & Heritage
Certina is one of Switzerland’s respected watch brands, founded in 1888 and known for producing reliable, robust, and precise timepieces. The brand’s famous DS concept, meaning “Double Security,” became a symbol of durability and enhanced protection, represented by the turtle emblem visible on the case back.
The DS First collection reflects this spirit perfectly: sporty, refined, and built with the practical strength that Certina is known for. Its black dial, clean indexes, sapphire crystal, and 200 m water-resistance rating give it the character of a dependable everyday sports watch, while the elegant case design keeps it suitable for casual or formal wear.
A stylish Swiss watch with strong Certina identity, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate robustness, precision, and timeless sporty elegance.
Internal Reference Number - Itm. 763
Certina DS First – Swiss Made – Black Dial – 200M
A sporty and elegant Certina DS First, combining Swiss reliability with a strong diver-inspired design. The watch features a 41 mm stainless steel case, black dial, rotating-style black bezel, sapphire crystal, and a clean date window at 6 o’clock. With its refined proportions and robust construction, this Certina is a versatile timepiece suitable for daily wear and sport elegance.
Technical Details
Brand: Certina
Model: DS First
Origin: Swiss Made
Case Material: Stainless steel
Case Diameter: 41 mm, excluding crown
Glass: Sapphire crystal
Dial: Black dial with applied hour markers
Bezel: Black diver-style bezel
Movement: Swiss quartz movement
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, and date
Date Window: Positioned at 6 o’clock
Water Resistance: 200 m / 660 ft stated on the dial and case back, not tested
Strap: Generic black silicone strap
Wrist Size: Fits up to approximately 21 cm
Case Back: Signed Certina DS with the turtle emblem, as visible in the pictures
Box: Generic box included
Condition Report
The watch is in Grade B+ condition, with fine traces of use due to normal wear. The stainless steel case shows light surface marks visible mainly on close inspection. The black dial remains clean, elegant, and highly legible, while the sapphire crystal is well preserved.
The case back is signed with the Certina DS turtle emblem and technical engravings, including stainless steel, sapphire crystal, and 200 m water-resistance indication. The watch is fitted with a generic silicone strap, practical and comfortable for everyday use.
Please note that the water resistance is stated as 200 m / 660 ft, but it has not been tested, therefore no guarantee is offered for use in water.
Story & Heritage
Certina is one of Switzerland’s respected watch brands, founded in 1888 and known for producing reliable, robust, and precise timepieces. The brand’s famous DS concept, meaning “Double Security,” became a symbol of durability and enhanced protection, represented by the turtle emblem visible on the case back.
The DS First collection reflects this spirit perfectly: sporty, refined, and built with the practical strength that Certina is known for. Its black dial, clean indexes, sapphire crystal, and 200 m water-resistance rating give it the character of a dependable everyday sports watch, while the elegant case design keeps it suitable for casual or formal wear.
A stylish Swiss watch with strong Certina identity, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate robustness, precision, and timeless sporty elegance.
Internal Reference Number - Itm. 763
Details
Brand
Certina
Gender
Men
Model
DS First
Band material
Rubber
Shipped insured
Yes
Band length
Regular (180–200 mm)
Period
2010-2020
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Quartz
Dial colour
Black
Case material
Stainless steel
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
41 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Good - visible signs of wear
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