Damasko DC86/2 Chronograph

About This Watch:

Damasko is known for its innovative tool watches, and the DC86/2 is no exception.  With a central minutes chronograph counter on the dial and powered by the impressive C51-6 movement, the DC86 is not only highly readable and reliable but is built to withstand the harshest of environments.  Utilizing Damasko’s patented ice-hardened case technology, the DC86 is designed to be corrosion and scratch resistant, making this one of the most durable timepieces on the market.  

The Movement: The Damasko DC86/2 utilizes the Calibre C51-6 movement, based off of the historic Lemania 5100, with a 50-hour power reserve.

The Functions:  Functions of the DC86/2 include hours, minute, small second, a chronograph with central second, minute and small hours counters, an additional 24-hours-indicator, and a quick change date with quick correction feature.

The Case: The DC86/2 case is an ice-hardened stainless steel, with screw-down case back, crown screwed into case according to the "DAMASKO System" with crown protection, a water resistance rating of 100meters, and a sapphire crystal with ARC coating on the inside. The bezel on the DC86/2 is bi-directional and ice-hardened.

The Dial: The dial on the DC86/2 features hour markers coated with special long-lasting luminous paint Superluminova X1 GL C1, along with parts of the hour and minute hands.  Chronograph registers are located at the 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions. 

The Technologies: Damasko utilizes multiple technological advancements on the DC86/2, including their patented EPS Spiral, as well as a sophisticated magnetic field cage and inner casing similar to a Faraday cage, which provides protection against magnetism up to 80,000 A/m.