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INTRODUCING: The Certina DS-2 Turning Bezel is a cushion-cased diver with a touch of retro flair

It’s funny to think that there was a point in time where a turning bezel was a major selling point, but by 1960 a dive watch with a rotating bezel hadn’t even existed for more than seven years. Embracing some of the quirkier elements of midcentury design and marrying them with modern style, the Certina … Continued

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Buying Guide – Get The Best Of Both Worlds With 5 Cool & Robust Diving Chronographs

A diving watch is generally considered to be very robust, has some form of rotating inner or outer bezel, is water-resistant to at least 200 meters and provides excellent legibility. But what if you’re looking for a bit more than just the time and possibly the date? What if you want to time the boiling […]

Hands-on – The New Colours Of The Cool Certina DS-2 Powermatic 80

You have to love the 1960s and the 1970s and the funky product design associated with these decades. Much younger generations dig the old-school stuff, too, making all sorts of fashionable revivals or re-issues – watches included – popular among consumers of a broader age group. You will find an array of highly appealing old-fashioned […]

The Certina DS+ is a shapeshifting innovation that lets you switch watch cases with zero fuss

Certina have always had a way of flying under the radar for a myriad of reasons, but this new concept from the Swiss brand has marked them out as utterly unique among their peers. The concept of a modular wristwatch has been around for a little while, occasionally cropping up with microbrands and other Kickstarter … Continued

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Introducing – The New Certina DS+ Collection Of Customizable Watches (Video Review, Live Pics)

Back in the old days of the watch industry, things were pretty much set in stone for the entire duration of ownership. Sure, there was always the option of changing the personality of a watch by swapping a strap for another, but that was about it. Recently, the trend of watch customization, of watch straps/bracelets […]

VIDEO: Certina watches speed dating – a selection of sporty and elegant references

Certina are the definition of an underdog brand, with many of their Swatch Group relatives outshining them in marketing and general fanbase adoration. But, with a closer look, Certina have really carved out their own corner of the affordable Swiss market. A melding of slick style and vintage inspirations allows them to weave their way … Continued

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The 5 best titanium divers under $5K released this year

Stainless-steel, by and large, is the most popular metal used on timepieces today. Yet, in the last year, brands have dived head first into the use of the more exotic titanium. The material, known for it’s lighter weight when compared to stainless steel, brings many benefits to the table from its resistance to corrosion to … Continued

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Introducing – The Updated Certina DS Podium Chronograph Automatic

When it comes to an accessible chronograph with automatic movement, coming from an established brand, the Certina DS Podium Chronograph has always been a solid option. Indeed, the watch is powered by an ETA Swiss made calibre and comes from a brand known for its reliability, as well as its fair price policy. For 2021, […]

Introducing – Certina DS Action Diver 38mm (Live Pics & Price)

A few months ago, we took a look at the Certina DS Action Diver Powermatic 80, a watch that impressed us for its quality, its mechanical content, its classic design and mostly, for its fair price. Robust, fully-equipped and designed with a no-nonsense approach, it is a great all-purpose dive watch. Only available until now […]

Buying Guide – MONOCHROME’s Favourite Accessible Watches of 2020

MONOCHROME has always been, since its inception in 2006, a celebration of fine watches. And by that, we mean mechanical watches in general, from high-end brands to creative independent watchmaking or icons of the industry. While we can dream in front of a superb Lange Tourbograph Perpetual or some of the most complex watches of […]

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