Certina DS Action Diver 43mm Powermatic 80vsRevelot R11

R11
RevelotR11

Ref. hexmariner-r11-blackgiltsteel·MSRP $415

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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

Revelot R11 at true scale

R11

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.0mm

n/a

Thickness

13.2mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,045

$415

lowest

Movement

POWERMATIC 80.611

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
13.22mm
13mm
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
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,045
$415
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Reviews

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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.

Revelot R11

Owners widely praise the Revelot R11's captivating white dial, with one owner specifically noting its unique design compared to other homages. The bracelet receives mixed feedback; some find it excellent for the price despite lacking fitted endlinks, while another owner highlights problematic sizing due to limited micro-adjustments. One owner expresses concern over the watch's low price point and the standard NH35 movement. On balance, owners appreciate the Revelot R11 for its distinctive dial and value, though bracelet fit remains a point of contention.

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