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Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field WatchvsSeiko Prospex Rotocall

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GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch
MarathonGPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch
MSRP $650
Prospex Rotocall
SeikoProspex Rotocall
MSRP $550

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch36mm
Prospex Rotocall37mm
Power Reserve
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch40h
Prospex Rotocall40h
Water Resistance
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch30m
Prospex Rotocall100m
MSRP
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch$650
Prospex Rotocall$550

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Sport
Diameter
36mm
37mm
Thickness
11mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
43.5mm
Lug Width
16mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz (3J, EOL)
A824

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$550

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What people say

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Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch

Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch owners praise its tritium tubes, Mil-spec designation, and scratch-resistant case finish, with some finding the 36mm size practical for field use. However, some owners criticize its perceived overpriced nature, thick case, and squared-off lugs, while others point to the composite case material, 30m water resistance, and unbranded movement as drawbacks. On balance, owners are divided on the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch, with opinions split on its value and design features.

Seiko Prospex Rotocall

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Rotocall for its charismatic retro design and comfortable 37mm size, with many appreciating its space-faring heritage. However, multiple sources criticize its price point, suggesting it is too high for an all-digital quartz watch with features like a stamped clasp, mineral crystal, and standard quartz movement. Some owners also note drawbacks such as a flimsy battery mount and split pin bracelet construction. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Seiko Prospex Rotocall visually appealing and a faithful re-release, but its value proposition is frequently questioned due to its price.

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