Certina DS Action Diver 40.5mm Powermatic 80vsInvicta Pro Diver 23678

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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

Invicta Pro Diver 23678 at true scale

Pro Diver 23678

Diameter

40.5mm

40mm

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

n/a

Movement

POWERMATIC 80.611

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
40mm
Thickness
13.22mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
45.01mm
n/a
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
POWERMATIC 80.611
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,032
n/a
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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.

Invicta Pro Diver 23678

Owners widely praise the Invicta Pro Diver 23678 for its exceptional value, with its 40mm case size frequently noted as a comfortable fit. The Seiko NH35 automatic movement is a standard feature, and the watch includes a screw-down crown and 200m water resistance. While one owner reports a loose, non-clicking bezel and significant time loss, another owner specifically praises the bezel's 120 clicks and satisfying feel. The luminescence is considered poor by one owner, though the exhibition caseback is a noted feature. Overall, owners rate the Invicta Pro Diver 23678 highly for its strong value proposition and capable build at its price point.

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