Certina DS-8 Moonphase GentvsPitzmann Watches Overture 2

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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-8 Moonphase Gent at true scale

DS-8 Moonphase Gent

Pitzmann Watches Overture 2 at true scale

Overture 2

Diameter

38mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

44.4mm

lowest

46mm

Thickness

9.3mm

8.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

120m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

68h

MSRP

$457

$399

lowest

Movement

F05.441

ETA F07.402

Case

5 specs
Category
Moonphase
Sport
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
9.25mm
8.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.35mm
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
120m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Gravel Blue Enamel
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
F05.441
ETA F07.402
Power Reserve
0h
68h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$457
$399
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Reviews

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

Certina DS-8 Moonphase Gent

Owners widely appreciate the Certina DS-8 Moonphase Gent for its classic design, blend of gold and silver details, and superior materials including sapphire crystal and DS technology. One owner notes the chronograph hand exhibits play to the right of the dial markers, though the cause is uncertain. Another owner suggests a 37mm case diameter would be preferable to the 38mm size, as it wears slightly larger due to its dial-dominant design, an adjustment they quickly made. Overall, owners rate the Certina DS-8 Moonphase Gent highly for its classic aesthetic and robust build at its price point.

Pitzmann Watches Overture 2

Owners widely praise the Pitzmann Watches Overture 2 for its excellent finishing, which some say rivals high-end microbrands, and its high-accuracy quartz (HAQ) movement, noted for +/- 10 seconds per year accuracy. The watch is also commended for its comfortable wearability, good value, and attractive design elements like the font and dial textures, though some find the styling generic. Owners are split on the bracelet and clasp, with some finding the quick-release spring bar studs sharp and the metal bracelet bulky, while others appreciate the micro-adjust clasp. One owner dislikes the red date font on the white dial variant. Overall, owners rate the Pitzmann Watches Overture 2 highly for its exceptional finishing and HAQ movement at its price point.