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The InfinityDate™ Display
OUR FIRST INNOVATION
Featuring our first innovation in the Philippine microbrand space: The InfinityDate™ display. Retaining the look, proportions, and the symmetry of the classic field watch is one of our goals with the DG014. Some prefer having no date complications for its aesthetic appeal, while others prefer it for its utility, we decided to combine both aspects in the InfinityDate display: Retaining the symmetry and aesthetic appeal while retaining the utility of a date complication.
The highlighted orange marker indicates the current day of the month, where the date circles around the dial of the watch with guides positioned every 5 days, with the 31st day of the month denoted with a dot.
MADE FOR ADVENTURE
A departure from our usual use of metal bracelets, the DG014 comes in a lengthy ribbed nylon NATO strap with matching sandblasted keepers and buckle hardware.
The decision to use a NATO strap comes from multiple discussions with Filipino mountaineering enthusiasts and hobbyists that request a strap that can be used over their jackets and gear especially when climbing in colder climates. The nature of the NATO strap also ensures the watch stays with you during the event of a strap or springbar failure, where a traditional bracelet would mean losing the watch forever.
SANDBLASTED CASE
100M DEPTH RATING
SAPPHIRE CRYSTAL
No compromises were made when we created the DG014. Rugged and ready to bring in every terrain: Finished with fine sandblasting, the case resists fingerprints and hairline scratches compared with our usual polished and brushed finishing.
The case is milled from a solid block of 316L Stainless Steel, along with the solid caseback and screw-down crown, allows for a water resistance rating and confidence of up to 100 meters depth (ISO 22810 Compliant).
The choice of using a flat sapphire crystal allows for better visibility at any angle (versus our previous use of domed sapphire). Although inherently already scratch resistant, this also minimizes exposure of the sapphire crystal to the harsh elements which this model was designed to be used.
KEEP GOING DAY OR NIGHT
Based on feedback from previous models, visibility is our priority for the DG014. White paint is used to finish the thick minute markers surrounding the dial. This is also applied to our signature hands, allowing for easy readability and visibility even in low light situations.
In pure darkness, the DG014 literally shines now with the thicker application and use of C3 lume. In darkness, the DG014 shines with a green glow allowing you to tread on even without light.
The Seiko Instruments Inc. NH35A Automatic Movement
powering the DG014
POWERED BY A VENERABLE HEART
At the heart of the DG014 lies a modified Seiko Instruments Inc. NH35A movement. The Seiko NH35A is a venerable movement known for its reliability and endurance as one of the best choices in creating the DG014. As a field watch, reliability and ease of servicability is our first choice in choosing a movement. The NH35A in the DG014 is modified to accept the unique InfinityDate™ display. Innovation without compromise on reliability.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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Case: 316L Solid Milled Stainless Steel Sandblast Finish
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Case diameter: 38mm
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Lug-to-lug length: 45mm
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Lug width: 20mm
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Case height: 11.5mm
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Crystal: Flat Sapphire Crystal
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Movement: Seiko Instruments Inc. NH35 Automatic movement with InfinityDate display module
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Power Reserve: 41 Hours
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Accuracy: -20/+40 seconds per day unadjusted
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Band: Ribbed Nylon NATO strap
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Water Resistance: 100 meters ISO 22810 compliant
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Lume: C3-derived formula luminescent paint
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Bezel: Sandblast finish
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Clasp: Sanblasted 316L keeper and buckle
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Caseback: 316L solid caseback sandblast finish
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Crown: Screw-down crown with rubber seal gaskets and logo engraving
OUR HERITAGE
Situated at 6 o'clock, the Baybayin script for "Ka" represents the DG014's purpose as a field watch. Inspired by the symbol used by the Katipunan, a Philippine revolutionary society, the symbol in this field watch is dedicated to indicate the professional use and collaboration in making this model and the inspiration to keep moving forward.
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