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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsZelos Artemis

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Artemis
ZelosArtemis
MSRP $1,899

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Artemis40mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Artemis40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Artemis50m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
Artemis$1,899

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Skeleton
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
18mm
10.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
Lug Width
18mm
24mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Titanium

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Swiss Skeletonised Marvin 700
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$1,899

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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.

Zelos Artemis

The watch's unique modular case construction with a sandblasted titanium outer case and a grey/white Cerakote coating on the center is a notable strength. The FKM rubber strap can be prone to a slight rattle, which may be a minor annoyance for some owners. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value proposition, with one reviewer questioning its value for collectors.

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