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Astor + Banks Terra ScoutvsMarathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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Terra Scout
Astor + BanksTerra Scout
MSRP $995
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonGSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $2,100

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Terra Scout38.5mm
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic41mm
Power Reserve
Terra Scout40h
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Terra Scout201m
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
Terra Scout$995
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$2,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
41mm
Thickness
12.4mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Water Resistance
201m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$2,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Astor + Banks Terra Scout

Owners praise the Astor + Banks Terra Scout for its compelling value and well-executed sandwich dial. The watch features a La Joux-Perret G100 movement regulated to +/- 8 seconds per day with a 68-hour power reserve, and offers 200 meters of water resistance within a compact 38.5mm case. Some reviewers noted a desire for a no-date configuration. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Astor + Banks Terra Scout a well-priced and compelling field-style watch.

From video reviewers

The watch's classic proportions meeting modern aesthetics result in a solid and substantial feel. The layered sandwich dial with a dedicated minute track is a thoughtful execution of the brand's design language. The watch's water-resistance is not mentioned, potentially leaving users uncertain about its capabilities.

Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is widely praised for its legibility, comfort, and exceptional tritium illumination, with reviewers highlighting its utilitarian, military-equipment feel and a 41mm case size considered ideal. Owners appreciate its grippy bezel and the 300 meters of water resistance provided by the screw-down crown, deeming it a solid value for a Swiss-made tool watch. Some owners report quality control issues, with one user needing to warranty two watches, and another notes the GSAR wears taller than other models, leading to occasional bumping. The reliable ETA 2824-A2 movement is a consistent feature. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its bright tritium lume and robust, no-nonsense tool watch design.

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