Certina DS Action 34.5mmvsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

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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

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz at true scale

MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

Diameter

34.5mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

41.7mm

n/a

Thickness

10.3mm

lowest

18mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$513

lowest

$1,450

Movement

F05.412

Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Case

5 specs
Diameter
34.5mm
36mm
Thickness
10.3mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.68mm
n/a
Lug Width
17mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
F05.412
Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$513
$1,450
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Reviews

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

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.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

Owners widely praise the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz for its tool-like aesthetic, bright tritium lume, and satisfying bezel action. The 36mm case is described as comfortable and growing on wearers, with the watch itself considered incredibly tough and practical. Accuracy is reported within a few seconds of atomic time, and the case is considered solid with scratch-resistant crystal. On balance, owners rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its superb value and robust, enjoyable tool watch characteristics.

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