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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's QuartzvsGrand Seiko SBGV239

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MSRP $1,450
SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz36mm
SBGV23940mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz40h
SBGV23940h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz300m
SBGV239100m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz$1,450
SBGV239$3,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
18mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
Lug Width
18mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
9F82

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,450
$3,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

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