Among Certina men's watches the choice is wide, in both automatic and quartz models. Most of the range is sporty: DS Action and DS Super dive watches, but there are also the DS-X GMT, DS-7 Powermatic, DS Podium and the elegant DS-8 Gent. Many models are water-resistant to at least 20 atm. As an official Certina dealer we deliver to your door with the manufacturer's warranty, and our own watch service checks the water resistance too.
What is each men's Certina for?
- DS Action – 20–30 atm dive watches. If you want one watch for everything, this is it.
- DS Super and DS PH200M – retro dive watches with extreme water resistance.
- DS-X GMT – a second time zone display, if you travel a lot.
- DS-7 Powermatic and DS-1 – automatic, more elegant pieces for the office.
- DS-8 Gent and DS-8 Chrono – quartz, the most affordable way in.
Why is the Powermatic 80 good in a men's watch?
Many Certina automatic models come with the Swatch Group's Powermatic 80 movement, which gives about 80 hours of power reserve. So if you wear another watch at the weekend, this one is still running on Monday. That is exactly why most men choose an automatic over a quartz.
How many atm does a men's sports watch need?
For swimming 10 atm is enough, and for diving at least 20 atm is recommended. A significant share of men's Certinas are rated above 20 atm, so you rarely have to compromise here. One piece of advice: have the seals checked once a year, and our own watch service can help with that.
You can see the series in detail on the Certina brand page, and if you're also looking for your partner, take a look at the Certina women's watches list.
How to choose online
If you're looking for one watch for everything, the DS Action is the safe choice; if you travel a lot, the DS-X GMT; for the office, the DS-1 or the DS-8 Gent. In the product details you'll find the case diameter, the movement type and the water resistance, and our service shortens a metal bracelet to size.
Men's Certina – questions and answers
What determines the price of a men's Certina watch?
The series and the movement: the quartz DS-8 models are the more affordable entry point, while the automatic dive watches and the GMT models are in the higher range.
Which is the best men's Certina dive watch?
Most people choose the DS Action, because it is water-resistant to 20–30 atm and has many automatic versions. For a more retro style the DS Super is recommended.
Is there a men's Certina with GMT?
Yes, the DS-X GMT also shows a second time zone. We recommend it to anyone who travels often or works with partners abroad.
What movements are in men's Certina watches?
Some of the men's models are Swiss quartz, and many automatics come with the Powermatic 80 movement, with about 80 hours of power reserve. We always list the movement type in the product details.