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Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsMarathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

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GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonGSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $2,100
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MSRP $1,300

At a glance

5 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic41mm
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto41mm
Power Reserve
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto40h
Water Resistance
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto60m
MSRP
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$2,100
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto$1,300

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Thickness
14mm
11.5mm
Water Resistance
300m
60m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Anthracite
Black

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,100
$1,300

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What people say

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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.

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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