DAVOSA Ternos Sixties Collection
The Ternos Sixties is DAVOSA's love letter to the golden era of diving - a 40mm Swiss automatic watch that captures the aesthetic of 1960s sport divers with a domed sapphire crystal, warm-toned lume indices, and a clean, uncluttered dial. Water resistant to 100m and powered by a Swiss automatic movement, it works underwater and looks equally at home on a leather strap at the weekend.
Key Features
- 40mm Case - mid-century proportions, 316L stainless steel
- 100m Water Resistance with screw-down crown
- Swiss Automatic Movement - ETA 2824-2, ~38h power reserve
- Domed Sapphire Crystal with anti-reflective coating - true vintage look
- Unidirectional Rotating Bezel - elapsed-time tracking
- SuperLumiNova BGW9 with a warm-vintage lume tone on some models
- US-Exclusive Seahorse Editions - limited to 100 pieces each
Models at a Glance
| Model | Dial | Water Resistance | Notes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ternos Sixties Classic Black | Matte Black | 100m | Steel bracelet | $850 |
| Ternos Sixties Seahorse Golden Touch | Warm Gold | 100m | US exclusive, 100 pieces | $930 |
| Ternos Sixties Seahorse Faded Blue | Faded Blue | 100m | US exclusive, 100 pieces | $930 |
| Ternos Sixties Seahorse Faded Blue (Outlet) | Faded Blue | 100m | Discounted outlet price | $749 |
The Seahorse Editions - US Exclusives
The Seahorse editions were created exclusively for the US market in a run of just 100 pieces each. The Faded Blue dial mimics the aged patina of a vintage 1960s diver; the Golden Touch features a warm gold-toned dial with a seahorse caseback engraving. Both are individually numbered and will not be restocked.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Ternos Sixties a dive watch?
- It is a water-resistant watch rated to 100m with a rotating bezel and screw-down crown - suitable for snorkeling, swimming, and recreational diving. For serious scuba diving (beyond 30m), the Ternos Ceramic or Ternos Professional is recommended.
- What makes the Seahorse editions special?
- They are US-market exclusive limited editions produced in only 100 pieces each, featuring unique dial colors (Faded Blue and Golden Touch) that are not available in any other Ternos model, plus a seahorse engraving on the caseback.
- What crystal does the Ternos Sixties use?
- A domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides. The dome profile is an intentional vintage design detail that adds to the 1960s aesthetic.
- Can I swap the bracelet for a leather strap?
- Yes. The 20mm lug width is standard and accepts any 20mm strap - leather, NATO, rubber, or mesh. DAVOSA also sells compatible rubber and nylon straps.
