Certina DS-2vsInvicta Pro Diver 47720

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Certina DS-2 at true scale

DS-2

Invicta Pro Diver 47720 at true scale

Pro Diver 47720

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.7mm

n/a

Thickness

12.7mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,107

n/a

Movement

POWERMATIC 80.611

Miyota 8215

Case

2 specs
Thickness
12.65mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
45.7mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
POWERMATIC 80.611
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,107
n/a
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Certina DS-2

Owners widely praise the Certina DS-2 for its legible 40mm case, beautiful date window, and stunning lume, complemented by its robust 200m water resistance and Certina's Double Security system. Reviewers highlight its value, historical authenticity, and solid build, with one noting the dynamic sunburst red dial. Some owners express surprise at a reported hand motor malfunction, while others are pleasantly surprised by the quality of the case, dial, and movement. A few reviewers and owners would prefer an engraved case back over the exhibition case back and one owner found the bracelet to feel low quality. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS-2 highly for its excellent value and faithful vintage-inspired design.

Invicta Pro Diver 47720

Owners widely praise the Invicta Pro Diver 47720 for its exceptional build quality and value, with many highlighting its comfortable 40mm wearability and ease of adjustment, considering it a great starter automatic watch. Some owners note a thicker case compared to older models and a robust movement, though one owner reported a purple dial instead of blue as a quality control issue. A few reviewers mention poor lume, sharp edges on the case, and a desire for sapphire crystals over the mineral glass. Overall, owners rate the Invicta Pro Diver 47720 highly for its impressive value and solid construction at an affordable price.