Certina DS Action GMT Powermatic 80vsGlycine Combat Sub Sport GMT


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Measurements
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DS Action GMT Powermatic 80

Combat Sub Sport GMT
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
n/a
Thickness
13.8mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
80h
n/a
MSRP
$1,286
lowest
$2,995
Movement
POWERMATIC 80.661
Sellita SW330-2
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Certina DS Action GMT Powermatic 80 is widely praised for its value, offering a traveler-style GMT with an 80-hour power reserve and flyer functionality. Owners and reviewers highlight its attractive, modern aesthetic and solid build quality, with one owner calling it a watch they are in love with. The green dial is noted as appealing, and the Powermatic 80 movement is considered fairly accurate. However, some find the 13.8mm thickness chunky, and a few owners report minor issues like a misaligned bezel or end links that do not perfectly align with the case. The bracelet's pin-and-collar sizing system is also mentioned as a missed opportunity. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS Action GMT Powermatic 80 highly for its compelling value and true GMT functionality.
Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0422 for its value, build quality, and wearability, with one owner calling it a favorite and well-made. The lume is noted as long-lasting, though one owner found it weak initially and another observed underapplication on the 6 o'clock marker. The bezel action is described as rough and scratchy by one user. While the 42mm case diameter is standard, its 50mm lug-to-lug distance is mitigated by curved lugs, allowing it to wear well on a 7.5" wrist. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0422 highly for its excellent value and build quality for the price.
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