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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's QuartzvsVenezianico Nereide Acquaforte

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MSRP $1,450
Nereide Acquaforte
VenezianicoNereide Acquaforte
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz36mm
Nereide Acquaforte42mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz40h
Nereide Acquaforte40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz300m
Nereide Acquaforte200m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz$1,450
Nereide Acquaforte$1,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
18mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Miyota 9039
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,450
$1,000

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What people say

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

Owners widely praise the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz for its tool-like aesthetic, bright tritium lume, and satisfying bezel action, making it enjoyable to handle and use. One owner finds the 36mm case comfortable after an initial adjustment period, while another reports accuracy within a few seconds of atomic time. On balance, owners rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its superb value and enjoyable tool-watch characteristics.

Venezianico Nereide Acquaforte

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide's striking dial design and overall finishing, with many finding its appearance and feel superior in person. The bracelet is noted for its comfort and quality, and the watch is considered suitable for daily wear. Some owners find the case a bit thick for wear under a cuff. The movement is a point of discussion, with one owner preferring a thinner, more accurate caliber over the NH45a, while another review highlights the reliable Sellita SW200-1. The watch is regarded as a good value mechanical diver-style timepiece, featuring a handsome design with a decorative tungsten bezel and aventurine dial, though the stock rubber strap can be stiff. Overall, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's unique engraved case, inspired by Renaissance ornamentation, is a standout feature. The Miyota 9039 automatic movement provides reliable accuracy. A significant drawback is the difficulty in sourcing the watch due to its high demand.

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