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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsOrient AA08 Diver Watch

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
AA08 Diver Watch
OrientAA08 Diver Watch
MSRP $390

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
AA08 Diver Watch41.8mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
AA08 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
AA08 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
AA08 Diver Watch$390

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
41.8mm
Thickness
18mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Grey

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$390

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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.

Orient AA08 Diver Watch

Owners view the Orient AA08 Diver Watch as a capable weekend and vacation timepiece, with confidence in its availability through gray market sellers. The watch is noted for its pleasing wrist presence. On balance, owners find the Orient AA08 Diver Watch to be a satisfying choice for casual wear.

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