Certina DS Super PH2000MvsOrient Neo Classic Sports LE

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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

Orient Neo Classic Sports LE at true scale

Neo Classic Sports LE

Diameter

43mm

43.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

50.2mm

n/a

Thickness

16mm

13.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

n/a

200m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,527

$415

lowest

Movement

POWERMATIC 80.611

Automatic

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
43.5mm
Thickness
16mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.18mm
n/a
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
n/a
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
POWERMATIC 80.611
n/a
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,527
$415
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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.

Orient Neo Classic Sports LE

Owners widely praise the Orient Neo Classic Sports LE for its impressive value, retro charm, and substantial feel, with reviewers highlighting its funky dial colors and undeniable 70s aesthetic. One owner notes that Orient quietly overdelivers, keeping customers returning. However, the 43.5mm case size is considered too large by some, and the watch features a mineral crystal. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Neo Classic Sports LE highly for its retro charm and value proposition.

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