Certina DS PH200M Powermatic 80 C036.407.11.050.00

Certina DS PH200M - Back to the future

With the DS PH200M, the Swiss watch brand Certina is reviving a historical model that has lost none of its relevance. The DS PH200M seamlessly follows the timeless design of its predecessor and combines it with a powerful automatic caliber of the latest generation.

Historical heritage and modern technology

Certina has always enjoyed getting to the bottom of things - not only in terms of precision and durability, but also in ocean exploration. In the 1960s and 1970s, Certina demonstrated the robustness of its timepieces in a series of high-profile research projects and expeditions. These journeys took the watches not only to dizzying heights, but also to the bottom of the sea. This experience inspired the brand to develop a new timepiece dedicated to life underwater: the DS PH200M.

Design and functionality

Its stainless steel case with a diameter of 42.8 mm is equipped with a scaled, one-sided rotating black bezel. It frames a black dial, from which SuperLumiNova-coated hands and indices stand out perfectly even in the dark. On the back of the watch, as before, greets the relief of a turtle, the brand symbol of Certina.

Versatile carrying options

The model is rounded off by a supple blue Nato textile strap with a pin buckle and, for elegant use, a Milanese strap. The similarities with the original are more than superficial: like its predecessor, the new DS PH200M features the original DS concept from the 1960s.

Innovative movement and materials

Unlike modern Certina watches, a curved Hesalit box glass with one-sided anti-reflective coating and scratch-resistant NEX Scratchguard coating as well as a separate suspension ring ensure double security - and water resistance up to 20 bar. The precision and mileage of the mechanical timepiece are still decidedly contemporary. An innovative Powermatic 80 caliber ensures accuracy and a power reserve of 80 hours.

Technical Highlights

• Stainless steel housing: 42.8 mm diameter
• Rotatable bezel: Unidirectional rotating black bezel
• SuperLumiNova: Coated hands and indices for perfect readability in the dark
• Hesalit box glass: One-sided anti-reflective coating and scratch-resistant NEX Scratchguard coating
• Waterproofness: Up to 20 bar
• Movement: Powermatic 80 caliber with 80 hour power reserve
• Bracelets: Blue Nato textile strap with pin buckle and Milanese strap

The new old DS PH200M Powermatic 80 bows to the past while looking decisively towards the future, combining the best of both worlds.