DF20 Black

A remarkable name in German watchmaking, Damasko is renowned for its uncompromising engineering and boundary-pushing technology, crafting timepieces with overbuilt, tank-like robustness. These very qualities define the new DF20 Field Watch. Drawing inspiration from historic military field watches, Damasko has reinterpreted the classic template with modern precision, retaining the functional clarity of its predecessors while elevating the design with contemporary refinement and technical integrity.

The case of the Damasko DF20 is produced entirely in-house and is only the second model after the Dsub1 to utilise Damasko's Deutscher U-Boat-Stahl, or German Submarine Steel. This high-strength alloy—used extensively in German submarines and naval vessels—is renowned for its exceptional resilience. Damasko further elevates the material through a specialised bead-blasting and edge-hardening process, giving the case remarkable scratch and corrosion resistance. The result is a robust, finely engineered exterior built to endure the harshest conditions with unwavering reliability.

Damasko DF20 Black

Another unique characteristic of the submarine steel has to be the color of the steel. The dark titanium grey color gives the watch a utilitarian, no-nonsense attitude while balancing with its classic case size and sterile-like dial.

Despite not being a dive watch, this phenomenal case of the DF20 achieves a substantial water resistance rating of 200m. With a tasteful diameter of 39mm, a lug to lug length of 48mm and a case thickness of 9.95mm, the watch rests extremely comfortably on the wrist, especially with its pleasing curved lugs design.

German Precision

Protecting the dial is a flat sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides, ensuring clear legibility in any light. The DF20 features a sandwich dial, with a white Super-LumiNova layer beneath a matte black upper plate with precisely cut-out markers. This perforated construction allows the lume to shine evenly, delivering exceptional night-time visibility. Completing the field watch aesthetic, the top black layer is also printed with a 24-hour scale in white alongside the cutouts. The hour and minute hands are coated with GL X1 Super-LumiNova, while the white seconds hand provides a clean, functional accent. Together, the deep black dial, luminous layers, and robust stainless-steel case create a striking and purposeful design.

The DF20 continues Damasko's commitment to true in-house engineering, powered by the German-made Damasko Calibre A26-1. This 20-jewel automatic movement delivers a 42-hour power reserve and operates at a high beat rate of 28,800 vibrations per hour, ensuring stable and precise timekeeping. Built for resilience, the A26-1 is both shockproof and anti-magnetic, meeting the stringent DIN 8308 and 8309 standards set by the Deutsches Institut für Normung. Damasko further enhances accuracy by adjusting each movement in six positions. Completing the construction, a robust screw-in case back protects the movement within, reflecting the brand's unwavering dedication to durability and mechanical integrity.

SuperLuminova index for night legibility

The DF20 comes fitted with a 20mm black leather-rubber strap accented with subtle grey stitching, offering a refined look while maintaining outstanding durability. It is secured with a robust stainless steel pin buckle for a comfortable and reliable fit. For those who enjoy personalising their watches, the DF20 also features drilled-through lugs, allowing for quick and effortless strap changes with simple spring-bar removal.

As Damasko continues to push boundaries, crafting timepieces that resonate deeply with the watch community while upholding uncompromising quality, the brand rises to even greater heights. It remains a true embodiment of German precision engineering, offering a complete package that unites a formidable exterior with a robust in-house movement. The Damasko DF20 stands as a bold achievement, seamlessly blending the ruggedness of a military-inspired tool watch with modern refinement. With its sandwich dial construction, hardened submarine-steel case, and meticulously considered details, the DF20 transcends mere function — it becomes a loyal companion built to outlast challenges, honour its legacy, and stand unwavering through time.

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