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Ikepod Seapod S030vsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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Seapod S030
IkepodSeapod S030
MSRP $1,566
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S03046mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S03040h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Seapod S030100m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
Seapod S030$1,566
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
46mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$1,800

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod S030

The Ikepod Seapod S030 is praised for its refined, enthusiast-oriented design and unique pebble shape, featuring a sandwich dial with 3D colored hour markers. It houses a Miyota 9039 automatic movement and offers a 200m depth rating, all within a 46mm steel case for just over $1,600 USD. Reviewers note the lume is weak and the seconds hand lacks lume, while the bezel is unknurled. On balance, reviewers find the Ikepod Seapod S030 a successful and affordable timepiece with a unique design.

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.

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