Certina DS Action Day Date Powermatic 80vsZelos Swordfish 40mm SS Frost

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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.

Certina DS Action Day Date Powermatic 80 at true scale

DS Action Day Date Powermatic 80

Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS Frost at true scale

Swordfish 40mm SS Frost

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

49.0mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

12.0mm

lowest

12mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$903

$349

lowest

Movement

POWERMATIC 80.621

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
11.96mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.05mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Ceramic

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
POWERMATIC 80.621
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$903
$349
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Certina DS Action Day Date Powermatic 80

The Certina DS Action Day Date Powermatic 80 is widely regarded as a sporty-elegant and versatile everyday watch, praised for its value and solid fit and finish. Owners appreciate its comfortable 41mm case size and the reliable Powermatic 80 movement, with some highlighting its warmer blue dial and rose gold indexes. While generally considered a great GADA watch, some owners find the 41mm case wears large for smaller wrists, and one owner noted a stiffer crown compared to other Powermatic 80 watches. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS Action Day Date Powermatic 80 highly for its blend of sporty elegance and everyday wearability at its price point.

Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS Frost

The Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS Frost is praised for its exceptional lume, with one owner describing it as the best they have ever experienced, visible even in bright light. Reviewers and owners highlight the dial as a particular strength, exceeding expectations on the wrist. The bracelet is noted for its comfort and fully brushed finish. One owner found the bezel wanting when compared to another model. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS Frost highly for its standout lume and dial.