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The Certina DS Super PH1000M dives deep for cheap
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The Certina DS Super PH1000M dives deep for cheap

As one of Switzerland’s most underrated brands, it’s great to get reminders of Certina’s place in watchmaking history. By the 1970s dive watches had begun…
The new Certina DS-1 Skeleton shows off the latest Powermatic 80 development
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The new Certina DS-1 Skeleton shows off the latest Powermatic 80 development

With a wide open view of the Powermatic 80 movement within, we go hands-on with Certina's take on a skeletonised dial.
Certina’s new all-purpose DS Action 34.5mm shows good things come in small packages
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Certina’s new all-purpose DS Action 34.5mm shows good things come in small packages

Certina is introducing a small wrist-friendly version of their capable DS Action diver in 34.5mm The collection consists of five references with classically coloured lacquer…
The Certina DS Action Diver takes a trip to the darkside
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The Certina DS Action Diver takes a trip to the darkside

The Certina DS Action Diver is now available in a stealthy black finish. The 43mm case is tamed by the black PVD and a 13.1mm…
The Certina DS-2 Chronograph Automatic in green and gold is retro chic
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The Certina DS-2 Chronograph Automatic in green and gold is retro chic

The new Certina DS-2 Chronograph Automatic is now also available in green and gold PVD. The DS-2 Chronograph is based on the vintage DS-2 Chronolympic…
INTRODUCING: The Certina DS-2 Turning Bezel is a cushion-cased diver with a touch of retro flair
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INTRODUCING: The Certina DS-2 Turning Bezel is a cushion-cased diver with a touch of retro flair

It’s funny to think that there was a point in time where a turning bezel was a major selling point, but by 1960 a dive…
The Certina DS+ is a shapeshifting innovation that lets you switch watch cases with zero fuss
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The Certina DS+ is a shapeshifting innovation that lets you switch watch cases with zero fuss

Certina have always had a way of flying under the radar for a myriad of reasons, but this new concept from the Swiss brand has…
VIDEO: Certina watches speed dating – a selection of sporty and elegant references
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VIDEO: Certina watches speed dating – a selection of sporty and elegant references

Certina are the definition of an underdog brand, with many of their Swatch Group relatives outshining them in marketing and general fanbase adoration. But, with…
Everything you need to know about Certina and their key models
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Everything you need to know about Certina and their key models

I remember the first time I visited the Certina website. I had just been made aware of the DS Action GMT and wanted a rundown…
How Swatch Group quietly developed a gamechanger for affordable GMTs
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How Swatch Group quietly developed a gamechanger for affordable GMTs

Last year, Mido, one of the brands under the Swatch Group umbrella, released the Ocean Star GMT. Our very own Thor Svaboe has a great…
6 great Swiss mechanical watches under $1500 (from brands you’ve heard of)
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6 great Swiss mechanical watches under $1500 (from brands you’ve heard of)

Editor’s note: There’s real weight behind the phrase “Swiss Made”, which is, in many ways, synonymous with quality. Oftentimes it’s also synonymous with expensive. But…
LIST: The budget list – 5 great new Swiss mechanical watches from brands you’ve heard of that cost less than $1500
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LIST: The budget list – 5 great new Swiss mechanical watches from brands you’ve heard of that cost less than $1500

A Swiss watch is a near-universally recognised symbol for quality, precision and tradition. And while that’s all well and good, there’s another thing that fine…
WHO TO FOLLOW: @JDWDesign 
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WHO TO FOLLOW: @JDWDesign 

J. David Weiss is Founder and ‘Arsonist/Alchemist of Creativity’ for Designova Creative + Assoc. Hi JD, for those who don’t know, who are you and…
IN-DEPTH: Timing Formula 1, a Compact History
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IN-DEPTH: Timing Formula 1, a Compact History

This weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix is not only the glamour event on the Formula 1 calendar, but also one of the major showcases for the…