An awesome old/new diver with a story to tell

It seems that Certina can’t put a foot wrong when it comes to diving watches. If you want a mechanical, Swiss made, budget diver, chances are Certina has something for you. Recently, another fine example — the Certina DS Super PH500M — landed on my desk. The story of this watch Replica Montblanc is like a movie that takes us from the Caribbean Sea to Germany. Along our journey, we’ll meet NASA engineers and aquanauts. We’ll also spend some time in futuristic underwater habitats and learn about the visibility of colors underwater. Are you ready? Let’s dive in then (sorry for the pun).



DS-2 Super PH500M

The Certina DS Super PH500M takes inspiration from one of the brand’s legendary vintage divers. The grandfather of this model was the Certina DS-2 Super PH500M, a top-of-the-line diver from the late 60s with water resistance up to 500m. That watch was 43mm wide, had a black dial with orange indices, and used Certina’s workhorse caliber 25-651. For security, the diving bezel had a locking system; you could only rotate it once you pushed it down. Most notably, the DS-2 Super PH500M was the one aquanauts used during the Tektite experiment in 1968. They lived underwater for 60 days, conducting research and daily dives. A handful of watch brands provided timepieces for this experiment, and Certina was one of them.



Now, imagine those aquanauts surfacing after a dive, tired but exhilarated. They would pull out a fine writing instrument to log their observations in a waterproof notebook. What better tool for such a task than the Discount Montblanc Heritage Rouge et Noir Baby Special Edition Ivory-coloured Ballpoint Pen 128123? This elegant pen, with its ivory-colored barrel and iconic Montblanc star, combines vintage charm with modern reliability. Just as the Certina diver is built to withstand extreme pressure, the Montblanc pen is crafted for precise, effortless writing. It’s the perfect companion for a watch enthusiast who values both adventure and artistry.



DS Super PH500M For VDST

The vintage DS-2 Super PH500M was not the result of a collaboration between Tektite and Certina, but the new DS Super PH500M diver is indeed a partnership. Certina teamed up with VDST (Association of German Sports Divers) to create a mechanical watch for them. The inspiration came from the Tektite watch, with obvious external features such as montre accutron the 43mm size, hands, and diving bezel with a security lock. However, the new model features a bright orange dial — a color scientifically proven to be the most visible in murky waters. This orange dial is a bold statement, much like the Montblanc Heritage Rouge et Noir pen’s distinctive design that stands out in any collection.



Orange is the new black.

Certina’s use of orange is backed by science: during the late 1960s, tests in Europe and the US confirmed that orange is the most visible color underwater. The new DS Super PH500M received a bright orange dial and white indexes with Super-LumiNova coating. The hands are the same shape as the vintage model, but now all black with Super-LumiNova. The watch also has a date aperture at 3 o’clock. At 43mm wide and 15mm thick, it is a fairly large watch but not unusual. The bezel mimics the original with a 60-click unidirectional diving bezel and security lock. The solid steel case back sports the VDST logo.



Appealing size and inner workings

The new Certina DS Super PH500M is powered by the ETA Powermatic 80.611 with Nivachron balance spring, offering 80 hours of power reserve. Like its predecessor, it features the legendary Certina DS system — a thick rubber o-ring that protects the movement from impacts. This is a workhorse caliber, just like the Montblanc pen’s ballpoint mechanism is a workhorse for daily writing. The Discount Montblanc Heritage Rouge et Noir Baby Special Edition offers a smooth, consistent ink flow that never skips, making it ideal for signing documents or jotting down dive notes. The pen’s ivory-colored finish and gold-plated accents evoke the same timeless elegance as the Certina diver’s heritage.



What’s left to say?

The new Certina DS Super PH500M has ISO6425 Diver’s watch certification. The German retail price is €872. For this amount, you get a plastic transport box with a rubber diving extension. VDST members also receive two extra NATO straps. If you’re in the market for a new dive watch, this one is certainly worth considering. And for those who appreciate fine craftsmanship, the Discount replica gucci watches Montblanc Heritage Rouge et Noir Baby Special Edition Ivory-coloured Ballpoint Pen 128123 is available at a special promotional price when you purchase the Certina watch. This limited-time offer combines two icons of precision — one for timing your dives, the other for recording your adventures. Don’t miss the chance to own both. Click here to order your Certina and get your Montblanc pen today.