Bremont Supermarine 500MvsCertina DS Action Diver 43mm 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 Supermarine 500M at true scale

Supermarine 500M

Certina DS Action Diver 43mm Powermatic 80 at true scale

DS Action Diver 43mm Powermatic 80

Diameter

43mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45.0mm

Thickness

13mm

lowest

13.2mm

Water Resistance

500m

highest

300m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$4,700

$1,045

lowest

Movement

Bremont BE-92AE

POWERMATIC 80.611

Case

5 specs
Thickness
13mm
13.22mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.01mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Bremont BE-92AE
POWERMATIC 80.611
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,700
$1,045
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Reviews

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Bremont Supermarine 500M

Owners widely praise the Bremont Supermarine 500M's stunning design, luxurious appearance, and excellent lume. Reviewers note its updated, legible dial and scratch-resistant hardened steel case with anti-reflective coating. Some owners find the 43mm case substantial, and one reviewer questions the long-term water resistance of its three-piece case construction. Criticisms include a second hand that can be hard to see in low light and bezel markings that could be more prominent, with one owner noting the lack of a dive suit extension on the bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Bremont Supermarine 500M highly for its rugged refinement and competitive pricing against more expensive brands.

Certina DS Action Diver 43mm Powermatic 80

The Certina DS Action Diver 43mm Powermatic 80 is widely praised for its exceptional value, robust build quality, and sporty character, with owners highlighting its striking sunburst blue dial and precise bezel alignment. Some reviewers note the 43mm size and NATO strap can make it thick for under-cuff wear, and one owner found the end links did not perfectly match the case. Accuracy figures vary, with one report of 3-6 seconds per day and another of +45 seconds over 47 days. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Certina DS Action Diver 43mm Powermatic 80 an excellently priced and well-built tool watch that offers significant value for its price.

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