Certina DS Action Diver 38mm - Good Things Come in Small Packages
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- Опубліковано 15 лип 2024
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00:00 Intro
00:30 Price
00:39 Case
01:34 Bracelet
02:19 Caseback
02:33 Movement
03:06 Crown
03:24 Crystal
03:37 Bezel
04:03 Dial
04:43 Hands
05:14 Lume
05:21 Wristshot
05:32 Pros and Cons
06:29 Comparables
07:07 Outtro
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I bought the green version of this watch in the spring. Fits fine on my 6.5” wrist. The end links have lots of curvature in them. The ETA Powermatic 80s are awesome movements. I have about 4 of them and they all run within a few seconds per day. So much better than Seiko 4R/6R movements that run all over the place.
Thanks for reporting in on the accuracy. I agree and think this movement is far superior to Seiko 4R/6Rs!
How about the lume ??
@@adiwirasaputra4887 It’s OK but nothing special. The bezel and hands are a bit stronger than the dial markers. On a good charge it’s visible most of the night. But no where near as good lume as a Seiko or Citizen dive watch.
Would this fit a 6inch wrist in your opinion?
@@keefw361 Probably on a strap. Might have overhang on a 6” wrist with the protruding long end links of the stock bracelet.
As much as I wish they’d update the bezel inserts to ceramic like the larger 43mm DS Actions, I have to admit the sunray colour match between the dial and aluminum bezel insert on both the green and blue models looks amazing. A ceramic bezel wouldn’t be able to pull this off as beautifully.
I agree, as much as I like ceramic, aluminum inserts can achieve much more vivid and dynamic colors.
Ahhhh chucks! I would have loved to hear that ratcheting on the bezel! 😉
Kidding! It's nice and simple with no "over the top" look-n-feel. Thanks for sharing this one.
Exactly right. It is everything you need with out anything extra :) Sorry about the bezel sounds, it's one of my favorite parts to record haah
I have six Certinas. Very overlooked brand.
Agree, they deserve more attention!
Just bought my first Certina divers
Greetings from England 👍🏾
Awesome, hello from the USA :)
just bought the 43mm version. This one doesn't have the horrible divers extension but actually has one of the best adjustable bracelets I've seen. Also the ceramic bezel is a cool upgrade.
Oh interesting, I didn't realize the 43mm has an adjustable bracelet. Solves one of my main complaints!
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Sold my two tone. Great watch but got bored of it. Looking to get the black on black version but waiting on a sale. Very solidly built watch.
It isn't flashy but it was so solid. I miss this one!
Super good watch. Really accurate too❤
It is such a solid diver! loved my time with it
Bezel action is great too.
Great review. Live this watch. Do you know if there is an aftermarket ceramic bezel insert?
That would make it perfect
I am not sure if they do unfortunately. Apparently the 43mm version comes stock with a ceramic bezel!
Good BB58 alternative in blue!
I agree, a great alternative.
Yo that is nice!
Thanks, yes it is a really nice watch!
The 38mm size is a win for me and my small wrists, but the clasp is a shame and could be a deal breaker for me. I have its older, bigger brother (the 43mm) and its clasp is much better.
Yes, I have heard the 43mm has a better bracelet, bummer it wasn't on this smaller size as well!
I have 7.5 inch wrist so the longer lug length will make this smaller watch more wearable for me.
This would be perfect on you if you like the 38mm size!
45mm is not long lug length for a 38mm it's standard. I don't know how you think this is long in your review
@@keefw361 I mean lug to lug is often a more important dimension than diameter in determining whether a watch will fit well on wrist. 45 is okay a little on the shorter side. I have a Hamilton khaki mechanical that is 38mm and 48 lug to lug which seems ideal.
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The 38mm is such a great version. Only con I have is the poor lume.
Agree, I wish the lume was a bit better! One thing Seiko still has over this one at this price point!
6:22 To get a better clasp, you have to get the 43mm version. I was in doubt to get that size at first but I find the clasp to be really useful for my situation that I just pulled the trigger and went with it.
I'm happy to report that I' m happy with it, and luckily my 6 ¾ inch wrist looks okay sporting it.
I have heard you get the way better clasp on the 43mm - thanks for reporting in and confirming!
I am confused between this and the Tissot PRX Powermatic 80. I have a 6.1" flat wrist and I am scared to get that PRX Powermatic 80 because of the lug to lug. So I really want to know if it will wear well on my wrist. I visited the only retailers in my country who can get me both of these but they dont have one on stock at the moment so I can't wear it to know whether or not it'll fit my wrist or not. So I want to know if the PRX or the Certina will fit my hand better. Please let me know if anyone happens to know, thanks.
I think the Certina will. The PRX is long lug to lug just because of the way the integrated bracelet works!
Have both, and no doubt Certina will fit you better. PRX wears like a 41 or 42 because of the square case and the integrated bracelet. PRX looks beautiful on medium-large wrists. The DS on 38mm is the right pick for you ;)
45mm lug length in certina isn't long. I have a flat 6 inch wrist and can go upto 47mm lug to lug.
@@keefw361 The bracelet tho, it extends it upto 51mm
@@_fiftyseven_ that's the centre of the end links that would tilt down. It wouldn't be as much of an issue but probably worth trying it on first for size.
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I was really surprised by the quality of the watch in person.
how's the crown action? does it screw in properly?
It does indeed! Quite smooth action as well :)
@@JustWatches1 thanks for the response I was just asking, afraid that my crown will have problems soon
Oh bummer. If you have a watchmaker close by I think it’s something they can easily fix for you!
50.5mm. Lug-to-Lug ... I agree, what's the Point of making a 38mm. "Perfect" sized Watch if the Lug Length is So Long...🧐
Totally! They don't show enough love to the small wrists out there haha
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Pretty boring design, too bad they don't offer the high beat 2824-2 anymore.
It is quite a simple design.
Way too expensive and worse than a Steinhart in every way. Powermatic movement isn't adjustable, so that kills it at that price.
Who told you that Powermatic cannot be adjustable?? There is a false myth about that since this calibre appeared in 2013. Here you have a video where you can see how is 100% adjustable: m.ua-cam.com/video/oPf042EIyF0/v-deo.html
Too expensive and worse?? Steinhart is a truly copy of a Rolex, while Certina has its own personality... no need to say more regarding calibre, finishings, price...
@@aaronj.martinleon2733 The Rolex Submariner is a copy of the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms.
@@alexanderbender3082 I don't see the same design between Fyfty Fathoms and Submariner...
I don’t comment on the price. This watch is better than a Steinhart. Is a different kind of product. I also like Steinharts, it is great that they exist. Sincerely, if you have wear this Certina watch, you know it is a great one.
I just wish they could just get RID of that useless INNER CHAPTER RING!
On all DS ACTION models... it makes all look... cheapish...
That is fair, I find that is often true - a chapter ring can ruin the look of a watch if it isn't done correctly.