Certina DS PH200M Powermatic 80vsCitizen Promaster Diver Automatic

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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 PH200M Powermatic 80 at true scale

DS PH200M Powermatic 80

Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic at true scale

Promaster Diver Automatic

Diameter

42.8mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

52.1mm

n/a

Thickness

11.9mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,144

$469

lowest

Movement

POWERMATIC 80.611

Miyota 8204

Case

3 specs
Diameter
42.8mm
44mm
Thickness
11.9mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
52.13mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
POWERMATIC 80.611
Miyota 8204
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,144
$469
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Reviews

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Certina DS PH200M Powermatic 80

The Certina DS PH200M Powermatic 80 is widely praised as an excellent value vintage-inspired dive watch, with owners and reviewers highlighting its authentic 1960s aesthetic and robust Powermatic 80.611 automatic movement with an 80-hour power reserve. Many appreciate the included straps and the Hesalite or acrylic crystal, with one owner reporting COSC-level accuracy of +/- 0 seconds per day. Some find the 42.8mm case size wears large, and the bezel action is noted as less refined than higher-end alternatives. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS PH200M Powermatic 80 highly for its exceptional value and faithful vintage design.

Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic for its lightweight titanium construction, comfortable wear, and good specifications for the price. One owner highlights its accuracy and dynamic dial made from recycled materials. Some find the bezel action spongy and the bracelet subpar, with the overall finish described as basic due to the brushed titanium. A reviewer notes a slightly misaligned bezel and chapter ring, expressing a preference for sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic highly for its lightweight titanium build and value, despite minor criticisms regarding finishing and bezel action.

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