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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's QuartzvsVenezianico Nereide Aureo 39

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MSRP $1,450
Nereide Aureo 39
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 39
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz36mm
Nereide Aureo 3939mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz40h
Nereide Aureo 3940h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz300m
Nereide Aureo 39200m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz$1,450
Nereide Aureo 39$1,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
18mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
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 Aureo 39

The Venezianico Nereide is praised for its handsome design and good value, featuring a tungsten bezel insert and a sparkling aventurine dial. Owners note the optical glass bezel offers less glare than ceramic. The stock rubber strap is described as stiff, and the Canova bracelet lacks a half-link for fine adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Venezianico Nereide offers good case finishing for its price point, making it a compelling entry-level mechanical diver-style watch.

From video reviewers

The 24k gold dial is a standout feature. The lume brightness is a potential drawback. Reviewers disagree on whether the unique design and features justify the price point.

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