Certina DS Action Diver 38mmvsRatio FreeDiver GMT Series

FreeDiver GMT Series
RatioFreeDiver GMT Series

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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 38mm at true scale

DS Action Diver 38mm

Ratio FreeDiver GMT Series at true scale

FreeDiver GMT Series

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.0mm

n/a

Thickness

13.2mm

lowest

13.6mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

80h

highest

40h

MSRP

$1,144

$170

lowest

Movement

POWERMATIC 80.611

Seiko NH34

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
13.22mm
13.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.01mm
n/a
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
POWERMATIC 80.611
Seiko NH34
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,144
$170
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Reviews

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Certina DS Action Diver 38mm

Owners widely praise the Certina DS Action Diver 38mm for its excellent value, quality finishing, and comfortable dimensions, with many recommending it as a daily wear. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its robust build quality, smooth crown operation, and the attractive, cleaner dial compared to other models. Specific praise is given to its 38mm case size, 45mm lug-to-lug, and 12.2mm thickness, making it ideal for smaller wrists. Some owners were drawn to unique features like the grey-titanium case and distinctive color accents. The Powermatic 80 movement is noted for its 80-hour power reserve. Caveats include male end links, which some owners consider a flaw, and one reviewer missed the charm of the previous model's aluminum bezel, finding the updated ceramic bezel colder. One owner advised trying on the watch as it wears very small. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS Action Diver 38mm highly for its exceptional value and well-executed compact diver design.

Ratio FreeDiver GMT Series

Owners widely praise the Ratio FreeDiver GMT Series for its exceptional value, with multiple users highlighting its sub-$150 price point as a significant draw and one owner calling it their most used watch. The lume is noted as being nearly as good as a Citizen Promaster diver, and the branding details, including the pi symbol on the second hand, are appreciated. One owner also noted the original design and mechanical GMT function impressed them with its looks and feel. Some owners find the design generic and dislike the date window's impact on proportions, while others suggest a Seiko as a more rational choice. The Ratio FreeDiver GMT Series is priced at ₹15k on Amazon India. Overall, owners rate the Ratio FreeDiver GMT Series highly for its outstanding value and impressive lume at its price point.

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