Certina DS Action ChronovsGlycine Men's Combat Sub 40mm Quartz Watch GL1062

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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 Chrono at true scale

DS Action Chrono

Glycine Men's Combat Sub 40mm Quartz Watch GL1062 at true scale

Men's Combat Sub 40mm Quartz Watch GL1062

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

49.5mm

n/a

Thickness

13.8mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$859

$225

lowest

Movement

G10.212

Quartz

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13.78mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
49.54mm
n/a
Lug Width
21mm
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
G10.212
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$859
$225
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Reviews

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Certina DS Action Chrono

Owners widely praise the Certina DS Action Chrono for its immaculate finishing, build quality superior to similarly priced competitors, and impressive accuracy, with one owner noting it did not lose a second in a week. The 1/100th second capability of the Precidrive quartz movement is highlighted as a standout feature, and its overall look and comfortable rubber strap are also appreciated. Some reviewers and owners desire polished chamfers on the brushed steel case and find the "action" text on the dial unnecessary. A few owners note that the similarity between the hour and minute hands can hinder quick time reading, and one owner mentions free play in the quartz movement can require a few attempts to align the second hand. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS Action Chrono highly for its exceptional finishing and accuracy at its price point.

Glycine Men's Combat Sub 40mm Quartz Watch GL1062

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 40mm Quartz Watch GL1062 for its quality and value, describing it as a great grab-and-go daily watch with good finishing and a comfortable bracelet. Reviewers highlight its sleek, thin profile, noting its 10.8mm height and downward-curving lugs contribute to comfortable wearability, even on smaller wrists. The watch features a sapphire crystal and a solid link bracelet with a milled diver's extension. One owner reported their Ronda 515 quartz movement was accurate, while another found the bezel arrived dinged and detached after a light impact. Some owners dislike the Mercedes hands. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 40mm Quartz Watch GL1062 highly for its comfortable wearability and excellent value.

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