Certina DS Action - Two Tone
SWISS-MADE, BUILT TOUGH FROM PEAKS TO DEPTHS
E£30000.00E£27500.00
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A Diver’s Heart with a Soul of Green
There’s a certain magic in a diver’s watch that refuses to feel purely instrumental. The Certina DS Action Powermatic 80, in its green-dial/black-bezel variant with the extendable rubber strap, is one of those rare beasts: it looks like it’s built to go deep, yet it captures a charm and elegance that makes you want to wear it every day, even outside the ocean.
When I first handled this green version, the dial had that lush, slightly forest-jade depth you see in vintage dive watches that have aged beautifully. The black bezel frames it like a stage; the contrast gives it character and drama. And the feeling of the rubber strap — supple, engineered, with a built-in extension — gives you confidence that this watch is ready for action.
Let me walk you through why this particular variant is so special, what it does well, where it reveals its compromises, and who it’s for.
Case, Design & Presence
At first glance, the DS Action Powermatic 80 wears like many modern divers: bold, purposeful, a bit aggressive. But dig closer, and you see Certina’s attention to balance. The case is robust — muscular lugs, a solid midcase, dignified crown guards — but not overdone. The finishing is mostly brushed, with polished bevels in places that catch the light just right.
What makes this green-dial/black-bezel version stand out is the fastidious layering of colour and contrast. The green is not gaudy; it’s measured, matched by touches of tone in the indices or hands, and the black bezel gives it a backbone. The bezel — likely ceramic or a high-durability insert — holds sharp numerals and a luminous pip, designed for legibility and utility.
The extendable rubber strap is a highlight. Many dive watches offer rubber bands, but few integrate the extender so neatly. It gives you the flexibility to cinch it over wetsuits or loosen it on land, without needing tools or bringing along extra links. That practicality reinforces the watch’s dual nature: tool and everyday wear.
On the wrist, it doesn’t feel too heavy or oversize. It’s present, but not overbearing. The curvature of the lugs helps it hug the curve of your wrist; the proportions are well-thought-out.
The Green Dial: Personality in Motion
The green dial is the star here. Under sunlight, it brightens slightly — a hint of emerald glow — and under dimmer light, it deepens into a forest tone. Certina generally treats dial finishes with respect — matte or softly textured surfaces so that reflections don’t overwhelm. The indices are crisp, applied rather than printed wherever possible, with ample Super-LumiNova for nighttime legibility.
Hands are bold: sword or baton style for minutes, a chunky hour hand, a lollipop or pointed-seconds hand, all coated for legibility. The date window (if present) is reasonably integrated — not perfect, but not an eyesore either.
The contrast of the green with the black bezel gives the watch identity. You know it’s not just “another diver” — you feel the tailoring in the design.
Movement & Performance — The Powermatic 80 Heartbeat
Under the hood lies the Powermatic 80 automatic calibre, one of Certina’s (and more broadly, Swatch Group’s) signature workhorse movements. Its headline feature: a power reserve of up to 80 hours. That’s nearly two full days without needing to wear or wind, giving you real flexibility over weekends.
This movement also often includes a Nivachron balance spring (in later iterations), which brings better resistance to magnetism and temperature variation. Certina’s mention of this technology helps build confidence in stability and reliability.
Rate, accuracy, and long-term stability depend on how the individual example is regulated, but generally, this movement competes well in its class. The lower beat rate (often 21,600 VPH) is a trade-off: you lose some smoothness vs. 28,800-beat movements, but gain in endurance and energy efficiency.
In use, the movement feels solid — winding is polite, automatic rotor spin is noticeable but not gaudy, and chronometric behaviour tends to stay within respectable tolerances for a midrange Swiss diver.
Water Resistance, Robustness & the DS Concept
Certina’s “DS” stands for “Double Security” — their legacy of shock protection, gasket engineering, and robust case integrity. Over decades, Certina used DS to signal that its watches can take knocks, resist moisture, and survive more than gentle office wear.
In this diver model, you typically find certifications of 200 to 300 meters of water resistance (depending on the specific subvariant). The screw-down crown, solid case back, and gaskets contribute to that. In practical use, you can swim, snorkel, and trust it in robust water exposure (though not deep saturation dives if you push limits).
The extendable rubber strap’s secure clasp and the deployant mechanism also add to the sense of confidence that this is more than just a showpiece.
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths:
Distinctive design: The green-dial / black bezel pairing gives it personality without becoming gimmicky.
Solid movement: 80-hour reserve is a standout in this segment.
Versatility: The extendable rubber strap ensures it’s ready for both wet and dry environments.
Good build quality: For the price and class, the finishing, engineering, and robustness punch above many peers.
Weaknesses / Trade-offs:
The lower beat rate movement is less “sweeping” in seconds hand motion.
Some versions may have suboptimal finishing in non-visible areas (caseback interior, edges).
On the dial, the date window might be a slightly weak point in design harmony, depending on execution.
Compared to premium divers, some micro-adjustment or bracelet options may lag behind.
As always, with diver watches, maintaining gasket integrity and service is important to retain water resistance over time.
Emotion & Experience
Wearing this Certina feels like having a capable companion. On a bright summer day, the green catches the sun, giving just a hint of character. Under water, in blue depths, the black bezel frames it like a portal. At dinner or casual wear, it doesn’t feel out of place — its design is polished just enough to cross the line into everyday elegance.
The rubber strap, especially with the extension, feels like the watch expects you to go places — from city sidewalks to reef edges — without flinching. Each time you clasp it, you sense its readiness. I often find myself checking its status after days off the wrist — yes, it’s still ticking. That reassuring longevity builds a subtle bond between wearer and timepiece.
The green dial version is a reminder that diver watches don’t need to be monochrome or heavy. A thoughtful splash of color can lift the spirit, define identity — make a statement without shouting.
Verdict: A Diver with Heart
The Certina DS Action Powermatic 80 — green dial, black bezel, extendable rubber strap version — is more than just a well-priced dive watch. It’s a statement that utility and beauty can coexist. It’s for someone who wants capability without sacrificing personality; someone who wants a diver that doesn’t look like every other diver.
It’s not perfect — no watch is — but its strengths are real, its character is tangible, and its heart (the Powermatic 80 movement) carries it through more than a weekend off the wrist. If you value a watch with presence, intention, and readiness, this is a strong contender.
If you like, I can compare this variant against a few peers (Tissot Seastar, Longines HydroConquest, etc.) — to see whether it truly holds its own. Would you like me to do that?
قلب غطّاس… بروح خضراء
فيه سحر معين في ساعات الغطس اللي مش مجرد أدوات وقت، لكنها كائنات ليها شخصية. وساعة Certina DS Action Powermatic 80 – بالإصدار المميز بقرصه الأخضر وإطار أسود وسترب مطاطي قابل للتمدد – واحدة من الساعات دي بالضبط. شكلها متين وواضح إنها معمولة للمغامرة، لكنها في نفس الوقت أنيقة تخليك عايز تلبسها حتى وأنت بعيد عن البحر.
وأول ما تمسك النسخة الخضراء دي، تحس بالعمق في اللون – أخضر غامق فيه لمسة زمردية بتفكرك بالساعات القديمة اللي الزمن زودها جمال. الإطار الأسود حواليها بيعمل توازن ممتاز، والسترب المطاطي ناعم ومتين في نفس الوقت، تحس إن الساعة دي جاهزة لأي تحدّي.
التصميم والحضور
من أول نظرة، الـ DS Action Powermatic 80 بتبان قوية وشجاعة زي أي ساعة غطس حديثة، بس لما تبص بتفصيل، تكتشف الدقة اللي Certina مشهورة بيها. الكيس مصقول بنعومة بين المات واللمعة، واللجز قوية بس من غير ما تبقى ضخمة.
اللون الأخضر هنا عامل فرق كبير، مريح للعين ومش مبهرج، والإطار الأسود بيكمّل الشكل بخطوط واضحة وأرقام مقروءة. أما السترب المطاطي فعبقري — سهل تعديله ومريح سواء على بدلة غطس أو على اليد مباشرة. تحس فعلاً إنها مصممة عشان تكون عملية وأنيقة في نفس الوقت.
المكنة – قلب الساعة النابض
جواها بتشتغل ماكينة Powermatic 80 الأوتوماتيك، واحدة من أقوى المكينات اللي بتقدمها مجموعة Swatch. الميزة الأساسية هنا إنها بتديك احتياطي طاقة 80 ساعة — يعني ممكن تسيبها تلات أيام وترجع تلاقيها شغالة.
وفي بعض الإصدارات فيها نابض Nivachron المقاوم للمغناطيس، اللي بيخلي الأداء ثابت حتى في ظروف صعبة. الماكينة دي مش بس دقيقة، دي معمولة عشان تعيش وتديك إحساس بالثقة كل مرة تلبسها.
التحمّل ومفهوم الـ DS
رمز DS يعني Double Security، وده نظام Certina الخاص للحماية من الصدمات والمياه. الساعة دي متصنّعة تتحمل لحد 300 متر تحت المية، ومعاها تاج لولبي وظهر كيس محكم.
ببساطة، الساعة دي مش بس شكل غطاس — دي ساعة ممكن فعلاً تعتمد عليها في الغطس أو السفر أو حتى الشغل اليومي.
اللي يميزها
اللون الأخضر مع الإطار الأسود بيخليها فريدة ومميزة.
السترب المطاطي القابل للتمدد عملي ومريح في كل الظروف.
ماكينة Powermatic 80 موثوقة وقوية جدًا.
تصميم أنيق بيجمع بين الروح الرياضية والفخامة اليومية.
الخلاصة
Certina DS Action Powermatic 80 بالإصدار الأخضر هي ساعة بتجمع بين الأداء والجمال في آن واحد. فيها روح المغامرة، بس بطريقة راقية وهادية. مناسبة لهواة الجمع اللي بيدوروا على التميز، ولأي حد عايز ساعة غطس قوية بس مش تقيلة أو صاخبة.
هي ساعة بتديك الإحساس إنك جاهز لأي حاجة — من المكتب للمحيط.
✨ ببساطة: أناقة سويسرية بروح غطاس حقيقية.
Certina is a Swiss watch brand founded in 1888, known for precision, durability, and value. Its signature DS (Double Security) system ensures exceptional shock and water resistance, symbolizing the brand’s rugged reliability.
Now part of the Swatch Group, Certina combines Swiss craftsmanship with modern innovation like the Powermatic 80 movement and Nivachron technology.
DS Action - Powermatic80
43
Powermatic80
25 Jewels
80H
Date
30 ATM - 300 Meters
Rubber
Extendable Double Security Clasp