Certina DS Action Diver 43mm Powermatic 80vsGlycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0383

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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 Diver 43mm Powermatic 80 at true scale

DS Action Diver 43mm Powermatic 80

Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0383 at true scale

Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0383

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.0mm

n/a

Thickness

13.2mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,045

$795

lowest

Movement

POWERMATIC 80.611

Sellita SW330-2

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
13.22mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
45.01mm
n/a
Lug Width
19mm
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
POWERMATIC 80.611
Sellita SW330-2
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,045
$795
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Reviews

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

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.

Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0383

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0383 for its excellent value, with one owner noting build and movement quality for the price. The 42mm case size is considered manageable due to its downward-sloping lugs, and its dimensions are comparable to other popular tool watches. Lume performance is strong, outlasting some established competitors, and the design is appreciated for its classic appeal, with some finding the red accents particularly fun. However, one owner reported the bezel action as rough and scratchy, and the lug-to-lug measurement was flagged as a potential issue. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0383 highly for its impressive value and tool-watch capabilities.