Certina states that the DS system is made up of four elements: a sapphire crystal (which this watch doesn’t have), an O-ring seal on the setting stem, two o-rings on the crown, a “special” seal in the caseback, and a reinforced caseback. One thing worth pointing out is the concept of Certina’s “DS” or Double Security system. The combination of finishes and relief engravings gives this caseback a very striking appearance. (Certina has been using the turtle shell logo since the 1960s.) Surrounding the turtle is a matte-finished pattern that reminds me of propeller or fan blades. The most prominent feature is the turtle, meant to symbolize the strength and toughness of this watch. Flipping the watch over, you’re treated to a very well done caseback. The 6mm signed crown is polished and jimped to provide an excellent grip when setting the watch. The lugs are straight with crisp transitions along the edges.
The 42.8mm stainless steel case used for the Certina DS PH200M features an entirely brushed finish across all surfaces. Anyway, enough waxing poetic, let’s get on with the review. market, but hopefully, the popularity of a watch like this will help expand that some. The Certina brand itself has, for the most part, ceased its marketing to the U.S. At a glance, the watch elicits a feeling of Caribbean oceans and aqua water. It has been modernized by a modest size increase and some contemporary internals, but a lot of what makes it look like watches of yesteryear remains intact. The particular vintage reissued Certina that we are looking at today draws its inspiration from the dive watches of the 1960s. A Certina watch even summited Everest in 1970. Later, the DS-2 PH 500M model was part of the Tektite experiments, wherein scientists spent months under the surface of the ocean while being observed by NASA. Watches from Certina accompanied the first exhibition to summit the 8,167m high peak of Dhaulagiri in western Nepal the DS collection also played a pivotal role in the Navy’s Sealab-II project. The DS (for double security) collection of watches debuted in 1959 and quickly developed a reputation for quality. Now, Certina may not ring a bell in the States, but it has a rich and deep history firmly cemented in serious dive watches. The Certina DS PH200M is a vintage reimagining of the classic dive watch under the same name. In 2018, Certina released a watch at Baselworld that immediately caught my attention.
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