Certina DS Action 34.5mmvsEdox 1973 Date

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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 34.5mm at true scale

DS Action 34.5mm

Edox 1973 Date at true scale

1973 Date

Diameter

34.5mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

41.7mm

n/a

Thickness

10.3mm

lowest

11.3mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$513

lowest

$815

Movement

F05.412

Caliber 53 (Ronda 515)

Case

5 specs
Diameter
34.5mm
41mm
Thickness
10.3mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.68mm
n/a
Lug Width
17mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
F05.412
Caliber 53 (Ronda 515)

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$513
$815
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Reviews

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Certina DS Action 34.5mm

Certina DS Action owners widely praise its value and build quality, with many noting its exceptional accuracy, with some experiencing deviations of only a few seconds per week. The watch is described as a serious tool watch, durable enough for demanding work and offering a comfortable wear, even on larger wrists. Some owners appreciate the toolless adjustable clasp and the use of quality materials. A reviewer notes the titanium version offers an attractive design for the price. One owner reports the watch running approximately 20 seconds fast per day, attributing this to a lack of regulation. Another owner expects battery life to be around four years. The user manual is described as generic. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS Action highly for its build quality and accuracy at its price point.

Edox 1973 Date

The Edox 1973 Date is noted for its busy dial, with one owner disliking the script font used for "hand winding." The watch features a 41mm case and 200m water resistance, powered by a Ronda 515 quartz movement. Overall, owners find the Edox 1973 Date to be a functional quartz dive watch with a specific aesthetic that may not appeal to all.

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