Certina - Precidrive DS-2 - No reserve price - Men - 2020+

Certina DS-2 Precidrive Chronograph – Two-Tone Swiss Quartz Watch – Black Dial – Sport Luxury Design

Offered for auction is a very attractive Certina DS-2 Precidrive Chronograph, a modern Swiss sports watch combining precision, robustness and elegant two-tone styling.

This example features a 41 mm stainless steel case, enhanced by gold-tone accents on the bezel, crown, pushers and bracelet. The black dial offers a strong and technical appearance, with chronograph sub-dials, date display, tachymeter scale and applied gold-tone indexes that give the watch a refined yet sporty character.

A beautiful Certina chronograph with excellent wrist presence, perfect for daily wear, sport use or as part of a Swiss watch collection.

Technical Details

Brand: Certina
Model: DS-2 Precidrive Chronograph
Swiss Made
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Diameter: 41 mm
Crystal: Sapphire glass
Dial: Black dial with gold-tone details
Bezel: Fixed tachymeter bezel
Movement: Swiss quartz movement
Functions:
Hours
Minutes
Central seconds
Date display
Chronograph
Bracelet: Original stainless steel bracelet with gold-tone central links
Clasp: Signed Certina clasp
Wrist Size: Fits wrists up to approximately 19 cm
Water Resistance: 100 m, not tested
Case Back: Certina DS turtle emblem
Box: Generic watch box

Condition Report

Overall grade B+ – fine traces of use due to normal wear.

The case is in good overall condition, showing light surface marks consistent with careful regular use. The two-tone bracelet is also well preserved, with small signs of wear visible on the clasp and links.

The black dial is clean and attractive, with well-balanced sub-dials and elegant gold-tone accents. The sapphire glass is clear and offers excellent visibility. The tachymeter bezel gives the watch a dynamic motorsport-inspired look.

The watch is fitted with a Swiss quartz movement and is operating at the time of cataloguing. Chronograph and date functions are present. Water resistance has not been tested and cannot be guaranteed.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.

Story & Heritage

Certina is one of the respected names in Swiss watchmaking, known for producing reliable and robust watches with a strong sporting identity. The brand’s famous DS concept, meaning Double Security, became a symbol of durability and confidence, created for people who wanted a watch capable of handling active everyday life.

The turtle emblem on the case back is one of Certina’s most recognizable symbols. It represents protection, strength and longevity — values deeply connected to the brand’s philosophy. This detail gives the watch a distinctive identity and links it to Certina’s long tradition of practical Swiss engineering.

The DS-2 line carries this heritage into a more modern form. With its chronograph layout, tachymeter bezel, sapphire glass and bold 41 mm case, this watch has the presence of a contemporary sports chronograph while maintaining the refined quality expected from a Swiss timepiece.

The two-tone design adds a touch of elegance to the sporty character of the watch. The contrast between stainless steel, gold-tone accents and the deep black dial creates a versatile look that can be worn casually, professionally or on special occasions.

A stylish and dependable Certina DS-2 Precidrive Chronograph, offering Swiss precision, strong visual presence and the heritage of one of Switzerland’s most respected sport-watch makers.

Internal Reference Number - Itm. 786