Damasko is a manufacturer of mechanical wristwatches and

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s based in

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History

Damasko was formed in 1994 using high-performance materials technology that the founder, Konrad Damasko, had developed for applications including the aerospace industry. Until their partnership ended in 2002, Damasko was a supplier of hardened watchcases to Sinn. 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

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Technology

Damasko holds patents in the use of polycrystalline silicon for components, including the

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. Damasko has also developed a nickel-free, nitrogen enriched martensitic alloy that is hardened up to 64 HRC/800 Vickers.

Awards and certifications

The Damasko DC56 has been certified as an official wristwatch for

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test pilots. In 2015 the Damasko DA38 was nominated one of the best men's watches under €2000 by

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