Certina DS Action Diver 43mm Powermatic 80vsSeagull Ocean Series Pro 300m Waterproof Diving Watch 44mm

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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

Seagull Ocean Series Pro 300m Waterproof Diving Watch 44mm at true scale

Ocean Series Pro 300m Waterproof Diving Watch 44mm

Diameter

43mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.0mm

lowest

51mm

Thickness

13.2mm

lowest

13.5mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,045

$499

lowest

Movement

POWERMATIC 80.611

Seagull ST2130

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
44mm
Thickness
13.22mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.01mm
51mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
POWERMATIC 80.611
Seagull ST2130
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,045
$499
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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.

Seagull Ocean Series Pro 300m Waterproof Diving Watch 44mm

Owners praise the quick-release spring bars on the Seagull Ocean Series Pro 300m Waterproof Diving Watch 44mm for simplifying strap changes. The 44mm case is noted as large, though one owner found it fit their wrist well, and the 60-click unidirectional bezel is a familiar feature. Fit, finish, and general quality are considered comparable to a Movado Series 800. On balance, owners rate the Seagull Ocean Series Pro 300m Waterproof Diving Watch 44mm positively for its thoughtful features and build quality at its price point.

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