Yes, you are right, the thing which surprised me the most, with this Deep See Chrono Cermet, is the size... It doesn't do its 44 mm and looks smaller.
Then the comfort on the wrist. I wore it for several weeks, last summer, and it was a frendly companion.
The excellent surprise, the strap, which was in super condition, after all these hot days.
As for the strap I think it goes very well with the technical look of this Watch, I am not sure it will work with the more sensual look of the TT DSA...
But I can always ask!
Best,
Nicolas.