This new Certina DS-2 Chronograph Flyback extends de DS-2 series with split-seconds function, also known as rattrapante function
A rattrapante is a chronograph that features a split-seconds mechanism. Therefor it is also known as a double chronograph (or fly-back second chronograph in the old days, which is something else than a flyback chronograph), as they have two hands. One for the intermediate time and one for the ongoing time. An invention from the 19th century by Adolphe Nicole.
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The word ‘rattrapant’ comes from the French word ‘rattraper’ which means the act of recovering or recapturing.
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Watches with a rattrapante chronograph
The LEMARQ Monza Chrono azzurro/bianco is a chronograph inspired by classic racing cars on the legenday racing track of Monza in Italy