Certina DS Super PH2000MvsMKII Paradive Gen 3

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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 Super PH2000M at true scale

DS Super PH2000M

MKII Paradive Gen 3 at true scale

Paradive Gen 3

Diameter

43mm

41.3mm

Lug-to-Lug

50.2mm

49.5mm

lowest

Thickness

16mm

15.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

n/a

200m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,527

n/a

Movement

POWERMATIC 80.611

Seiko NE15

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
41.25mm
Thickness
16mm
15.54mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.18mm
49.5mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
n/a
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
POWERMATIC 80.611
Seiko NE15
Power Reserve
80h
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,527
n/a
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Reviews

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

Certina DS Super PH2000M

The Certina DS SUPER PH2000M is praised for its lightweight titanium construction and comfortable wearability despite its 43mm size, with reviewers highlighting its standout turquoise gradient dial and retro 70s design. Owners note its extreme shock resistance, potentially making it the most shock-proof mass-produced automatic watch. The watch is considered a good buy, especially on discount, and is lauded for its legibility, lume, and the reliable POWERMATIC 80.611 movement. Some owners find the minute hand bulky and the bezel has noticeable play, while one reviewer notes its 16mm height is bulky. The 2,000m water resistance is seen by some as excessive given human depth limitations. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS SUPER PH2000M highly for its unique design and robust specifications at its price point.

MKII Paradive Gen 3

Owners and reviewers widely praise the MKII Paradive Gen 3 for its excellent legibility, clean dial, and top-notch finishing, noting its comfortable, asymmetrical design and BGW9 lume. Some owners report accuracy figures ranging from +1/+2 seconds per day to +15 seconds per day, with the Seiko NE15 movement considered reliable. The watch is noted for its tactical subtlety and versatility as a military-inspired daily wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the MKII Paradive Gen 3 highly for its excellent legibility and finishing at the price.