Bremont S502vsCertina DS Action Diver 38mm Powermatic 80

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Bremont S502 at true scale

S502

Certina DS Action Diver 38mm Powermatic 80 at true scale

DS Action Diver 38mm Powermatic 80

Diameter

43mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45.0mm

Thickness

16.5mm

13.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

500m

highest

300m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$5,100

$1,045

lowest

Movement

Bremont BE-93-2AE

POWERMATIC 80.611

Case

6 specs
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
16.5mm
13.22mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.01mm
Lug Width
16.5mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Bremont BE-93-2AE
POWERMATIC 80.611
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,100
$1,045
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Reviews

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Bremont S502

Owners widely praise the Bremont S502 Jet for its attractive full-stealth black DLC treatment and 'black & tan' aesthetic, noting the burnt orange GMT hand enhances legibility against the beige lume. The watch is described as a handsome and cool tool watch suitable for hard wear, with a DLC-coated stainless steel case and ceramic bezel. Some owners prefer the NATO strap for its aesthetic integration with the PVD metalwork, while others favor the original black rubber strap for comfort and fit. The Bremont S502 is powered by the Bremont BE-93-2AE automatic movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Bremont S502 highly for its stealthy design and functional tool-watch appeal.

Certina DS Action Diver 38mm Powermatic 80

The Certina DS Action Diver 38mm Powermatic 80 is widely praised for its excellent value, robust build quality, and comfortable wearability, particularly on smaller wrists. Owners consistently highlight its smooth crown operation, excellent case finishing for the price, and the reliable Powermatic 80 movement, with accuracy reported between +1/+2 and -6 seconds per day. The watch is considered a well-balanced, classic-looking unisex dive watch with a dynamic sunburst dial and tank-like construction. However, some reviewers note that the 38mm version lacks a ceramic bezel, and one owner found the lume on the hour markers weak. Minor criticisms include end links that do not perfectly line up with the case and occasional bracelet hair-snagging, with one instance of disappointing bezel alignment for its price category. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS Action Diver 38mm Powermatic 80 highly for its exceptional value and solid execution as a tool-watch.

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