Both new moon phase models cut a dashing figure, on their own and together. This model is fitted with a white leather strap with crocodile imprint, but versions using different colours and materials are also available. The sparkling firmament continues around the dial cut-out with delicate little stars on the white, sunray-finished subdial. A white mother-of-pearl dial and shimmering rose gold coloured hands and indexes set the stage for the moon phase at 6 o’clock. The DS-8 Lady Moon Phase presents a definitively feminine version of this tradition-rich complication: the graceful stainless steel case, 32.5 mm in diameter, is coated with rose gold PVD. Alternative versions of these models are also available. An anti-reflective sapphire crystal and a brown leather strap with crocodile imprint round off the ensemble. Its golden brilliance is taken up by rose gold coloured hands and indexes, easily readable in the dark – or when the moon is new – thanks to a coating of SuperLumiNova. The silver coloured dial with sunray finish forms the backdrop for the moon phase display at 6 o’clock: a shimmering moon follows its path across a dark blue starry night sky. The DS-8 Moon Phase for the gentleman is presented in a 41 mm satin brushed/ polished stainless steel case. It costs an unbeatable CHF 765.These two timepieces from Certina combine the classic moon phase display with a clear, contemporary design, and confirm their exceptional accuracy with an official COSC chronometer certificate. The new piece is equipped with the ETA G10.962 Precidrive movement and is housed in a 42-mm 316-l steel case, just as the other chronographs of the DS-8 range. In both cases the strap is attached to a two-pusher butterfly clasp. It is also available in a black or a silver dial, and comes with either a five-level satiny and polished stainless steel strap or a brown leather strap. The CERTINA DS-8 Moon Phase chronograph is water resistant to 100 meters. The sunburst satiny-finished anthracite dial and the different chronometer indications are revealed through the two-sided antireflective sapphire glass. The superb PVD-treated and pink gold hands and indexes have been coated with Superluminova to ensure readability is as clear as the perfect spectacle moonlight offers. Thus, the 12-hour indication is now at an aperture on the inside of the 60-minute timer while the 60-second chronometer is indicated by the sweep second hand as the moon phase is at 10 o’clock. In the same way, the addition of the moon phase on the dial of this new watch brought about many modifications in terms of display, which had to be reorganized. Luna influences everything we do, even to the extent of moving our oceans. Hence, it came as little surprise that the brand chose something as unchanging as the moon cycle to decorate the dial of one of the iconic Certina DS watches. Since 1959, Certina is well known for its shock-resistance thanks to its DS system – Double Security –, which also guarantees watch longevity. Said company, founded by the Kurt brothers, Alfred and Adolph, in 1888 had also by then started to assemble its first complete watches. Whilst positioned at a reasonable price range, it blends attractive materials such as titanium or aluminum and innovating functionalities such as the Precidrive.Ĭertina hit the markets in 1938 to celebrate the 50-year anniversary of a company specializing in high-end watch supplies. Adrian Bosshardt, the brand’s CEO, explains that Certina is ranked just above Tissot within the ranking of its owner, the Swatch Group. Additionally, there is its affordable price range, which is also proof of the brand’s loyalty to its philosophy. Certina is famous, amongst other things, for its regular collaboration with sports or the solidity that evoked its renowned “DS” – Double Safety – concept.