Certina DS Action 34.5mmvsVaer DS2 Meridian 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

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz at true scale

DS2 Meridian Quartz

Diameter

34.5mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

41.7mm

lowest

46mm

Thickness

10.3mm

lowest

10.4mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

150m

MSRP

$513

$239

lowest

Movement

F05.412

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Diameter
34.5mm
39mm
Thickness
10.3mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.68mm
46mm
Lug Width
17mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
F05.412
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$513
$239
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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.

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is widely appreciated for its wearability and value, with owners and reviewers frequently highlighting its 39mm case size as a perfect fit. The watch features a coin-edge bezel and a satisfying 120-click action with minimal back play, and its design is often described as classic. Some owners report long shipping times and poor customer service from the brand. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable 39mm sizing and straightforward quartz simplicity.

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