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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsMarathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MSRP $1,300

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto41mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto60m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto$1,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
36mm
41mm
Thickness
18mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
60m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Black

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$1,300

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What people say

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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is lauded for its utilitarian, no-nonsense design, exceptional tritium lume for visibility, and comfortable 41mm wearability. Reviewers highlight its robust build, meeting ISO 6425 dive watch standards and approved for military use, demonstrating durability during demanding activities. One reviewer notes the stock rubber strap requires modification for a proper fit. Overall, reviewers rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its focus on utility and ruggedness 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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