Certina DS Action Diver 40.5mm Powermatic 80vsCitizen Promaster Diver Automatic

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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 40.5mm Powermatic 80 at true scale

DS Action Diver 40.5mm Powermatic 80

Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic at true scale

Promaster Diver Automatic

Diameter

40.5mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.0mm

n/a

Thickness

13.2mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,032

$469

lowest

Movement

POWERMATIC 80.611

Miyota 8204

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
44mm
Thickness
13.22mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
45.01mm
n/a
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
POWERMATIC 80.611
Miyota 8204
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,032
$469
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Reviews

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Certina DS Action Diver 40.5mm Powermatic 80

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Certina DS Action Diver 40.5mm Powermatic 80 for its exceptional value, robust build quality, and ISO 6425 certification, with many highlighting its precise Powermatic 80.611 movement and excellent legibility. The watch is frequently lauded for its vibrant sunburst dials, clean design with gilt accents, and the smooth action of its engraved ceramic bezel. Some owners note the 40.5mm case's 14mm thickness as substantial, and a few find the end links do not perfectly align with the case, while others report accuracy between 3-6 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS Action Diver 40.5mm Powermatic 80 highly for its impressive quality and value proposition in the dive watch market.

Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic for its lightweight titanium construction, comfortable wear, and good specifications for the price. One owner highlights its accuracy and dynamic dial made from recycled materials. Some find the bezel action spongy and the bracelet subpar, with the overall finish described as basic due to the brushed titanium. A reviewer notes a slightly misaligned bezel and chapter ring, expressing a preference for sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic highly for its lightweight titanium build and value, despite minor criticisms regarding finishing and bezel action.

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