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Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's WatchvsMarathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

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Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MSRP $1,300

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch42.6mm
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto41mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch72h
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto40h
Water Resistance
Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch300m
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto60m
MSRP
Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch$3,600
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto$1,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
42.6mm
41mm
Thickness
14.1mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.3mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
60m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
8L45
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
35
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,600
$1,300

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch

The Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch is widely praised for its excellent quality and finishing, with reviewers and owners noting its GS-level craftsmanship and Zaratsu-inspired polishing. Owners appreciate its refined design, comfortable case shape, and the 4:00 crown position, with some finding it more manageable on the wrist than other models. The Caliber 8L45 movement offers a 72-hour power reserve and accuracy within -5/+10 seconds per day, and the bracelet features an improved clasp with an extension system. However, some find the price point high, and one reviewer noted the unsigned winding crown as a missed opportunity. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch highly for its premium finishing and tool-like appearance at its price point.

Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto is praised for its high-accuracy quartz movement, with owners noting its comfort and reliable performance. Reviewers highlight its functional tool-watch appeal, featuring a sandblasted steel case, tritium tubes for constant low-light visibility, and 100-meter water resistance. One owner finds the 41mm case runs a bit small. The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto utilizes an ETA F06.412 quartz movement with a claimed accuracy of +/- 10 seconds per year and includes a GMT bidirectional bezel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto highly for its comfortable wear and dependable, high-accuracy quartz movement.

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