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Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPQvsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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Jeep Willys SSGPQ
MarathonJeep Willys SSGPQ
MSRP $600
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jeep Willys SSGPQ41mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
Jeep Willys SSGPQ40h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Jeep Willys SSGPQ30m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
Jeep Willys SSGPQ$600
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
10.4mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$600
$329

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPQ

The Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPQ is a vintage-inspired sports watch with a handsome dial honoring military heritage and a unique case shape. It features a 41mm stainless steel case with a matte parkerized finish, a sapphire crystal, and a MaraGlo luminous dial, powered by an ETA F06.402 quartz movement. Reviewers note that its longer lugs may extend past smaller wrists and the included leather strap is fragile. The Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPQ is available for $500 to $650 USD. On balance, reviewers find the Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPQ to be a good value, particularly for vintage Jeep enthusiasts, due to its design and heritage-inspired dial.

From video reviewers

The 41mm case size is a shared strength. Reviewers noted the bracelet clasp lacks micro-adjustments.

Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its robust build, bright C3 SuperLuminova lume, and solar charging capabilities, with one owner preferring its greater water resistance. Some owners report issues with hand alignment and second hand accuracy, though Vaer's customer service is noted for responsiveness with exchanges or refunds. One owner mentioned spring bar holes being close to the edge, a point of QC discussion. On balance, owners appreciate the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its solar charging and robust build, despite occasional reports of minor alignment issues.

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