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DS (1959 original) vs DS Powermatic 80
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| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Production | 1959 | — |
| Era | Original DS | Modern Swatch Group production |
| Status | discontinued | current |
| Case material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Construction | DS (Double Security) construction: a shock-absorbing mount carrying the movement, reinforced case, thickened crystal and multiple gaskets | DS (Double Security) construction: a shock-absorbing mount carrying the movement, reinforced case, thickened crystal and multiple gaskets |
| Crystal | Thickened acrylic, part of the DS specification | Sapphire |
| Caseback type | Screw-down caseback carrying the DS turtle emblem | Screw-down caseback with the turtle emblem; exhibition backs on some executions |
| Water resistance | — | 100m and above by execution |
| Movement | Automatic and manual executions | Automatic |
| Caliber | — | Powermatic 80 |
| Manufacturer | Certina, and later ETA for Certina | ETA (Swatch Group) for Certina |
| Winding | automatic | automatic |
| Power reserve | — | 80 hours |
| Frequency | — | 21,600 vph |
| Complications | — | Date |