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Early-1970s Certina DS-2 Character
Produced in 1970–1971, the Vintage DS-2 Automatic reflects Certina’s practical early-1970s approach to the everyday mechanical watch. Its 38 mm steel case gives the model a purposeful presence, while the silver dial, baton markers and restrained date display keep the design clear and balanced. Beneath the acrylic crystal, Certina’s 27-jewel automatic calibre 25-651 provides the mechanical foundation of the watch. For a contemporary collector, this reference brings together a distinctly period-correct silhouette, straightforward functionality and an automatic movement in a compact, wearable format.
Watch dossier
Important details, without the clutter.
01Specifications+
- Brand / model
- Certina Certina DS-2 Automatic 5801 300
- Reference
- 5801 300
- Estimated production
- 1970–1971
- Case material
- Steel
- Case diameter
- 38 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 42 mm
- Thickness
- 13 mm
- Dial
- original
- Crystal
- acrylic
- Crown
- original
- Strap / bracelet
- calf leather strap
- Movement
- automatic
- Caliber
- 25-651
- Jewels
- 27
02Service & provenance+
Last serviced: 03 August 2026
The service includes the following operations: • Disassembly of the watch • Movement overhaul: dismantling • Cleaning, reassembly and lubrication • Use of Moebius synthetic oils • Ultrasonic cleaning of the case • Reassembly of the case and the watch • Final technical and aesthetic checks
03Delivery & returns+
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