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Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D AutovsPraesidus Rec Spec

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Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto
MSRP $1,400
Rec Spec
PraesidusRec Spec
MSRP $235

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto41mm
Rec Spec38mm
Power Reserve
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto40h
Rec Spec40h
Water Resistance
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto60m
Rec Spec100m
MSRP
Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto$1,400
Rec Spec$235

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
60m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Nylon NATO 38mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Seiko NH36

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,400
$235

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What people say

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Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto is praised for its durable construction, featuring a sandblasted steel case with improved lugs, a bi-directional bezel with excellent action, and 100m water resistance. Owners appreciate the constant visibility provided by self-illuminating tritium gas tubes and the precision of its ETA F06.412 quartz movement, which offers accuracy to about 10 seconds per year. The watch includes a GMT bezel for dual timekeeping and a synthetic sapphire crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto highly for its robust tool-watch design and reliable tritium illumination.

Praesidus Rec Spec

The Praesidus Rec Spec features a textured dial and applied luminous numerals, with a mix of case finishes. One owner notes the recessed 4 o'clock crown can be difficult to operate. On balance, owners rate the Praesidus Rec Spec positively for its charming homage design and textured dial.

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