Damasko
 Damasko DC56 | |
| Industry | Watches |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1994 |
| Founder | Konrad Damasko |
| Headquarters | , Germany |
| Products | Watches and timepieces |
Number of employees | 22[1] |
| Website | www |
Damasko is a manufacturer of mechanical wristwatches and chronographs based in Barbing, Germany.[2]
History
[edit | edit source]Damasko was formed in 1994 using high-performance materials technology that the founder, Konrad Damasko, had developed for applications including the aerospace industry.[3] Until their partnership ended in 2002, Damasko was a supplier of hardened watchcases to Sinn.[4] In 2014 Damasko released its first models based on a movement designed themselves. Prior to this time its watches had relied upon movements sourced from companies such as Swiss ETA SA.[5]
Technology
[edit | edit source]Damasko holds patents in the use of polycrystalline silicon for components, including the spring.[6] Damasko has also developed a nickel-free, nitrogen enriched martensitic alloy that is hardened up to 64 HRC/800 Vickers.[7]
Awards and certifications
[edit | edit source]The Damasko DC56 has been certified as an official wristwatch for Eurofighter test pilots.[2] In 2015 the Damasko DA38 was nominated one of the best men's watches under €2000 by GQ magazine.[8]
See also
[edit | edit source]References
[edit | edit source]- ^ Braun, Peter (2013), Wristwatch Annual. Abbeville Press.
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- ^ US 6102563, "A case for wrist watches"
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