Is Certina a luxury watch?

Certina S.A. is a Swiss luxury watch brand founded in Grenchen in 1888 by Adolf and Alfred Kurth, whereas unrelated Certina Holding AG is a German industrial conglomerate, founded by Hans Wehrmann. It is currently part of the Swatch Group.

What is DS in Certina?

Sixty years ago, Certina, established in 1888, launched the innovative “floating movement” engineering concept named DS, short for Double Security. The idea back in 1959 was to offer the most robust and water-resistant watch ever.

Does Certina hold value?

They do seem to survive a long time and hold their resale value though, and being relatively unknown as a brand among “common people” (not enthusiasts) would give the wearer a bit more cred IMO.

How accurate are Certina watches?

The name of an innovative technology which ensures the utmost accuracy at Certina. The timepieces with Precidrive™ quartz movements achieve real chronometer precision. With a rate deviation of +/-10 seconds per year, a Precidrive™ timepiece is around eight to ten times more accurate than traditional quartz timepieces.

Are Certina good watches?

Although not a luxury brand like Panerai and Breitling, Certina is a high-quality brand that provides an introduction to well made Swiss watches. I’d put them alongside other mid-range Swiss brands like Tissot and Hamilton.

Is Seiko better than Certina?

Final Conclusion. Based on the comparisons presented here today, Certina, while more expensive than Seiko on average, has the stronger build quality, and a more refined and varied approach to fashion. Keep in mind that this doesn’t always mean you should choose Certina over Seiko.

Are Certina Watches Swiss made?

All Certina watches – without exception – bear the “Swiss Made” seal of quality and origin, confirming their identity as authentic representatives of the fine art of Swiss watchmaking. The brand has been based in Switzerland since 1888 and remains deeply committed to its roots.