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Ikepod Seapod S003vsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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Seapod S003
IkepodSeapod S003
MSRP $1,566
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00346mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00340h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Seapod S003200m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
Seapod S003$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
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
Yes
None

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 S003

The Ikepod Seapod S003 features a unique pixelated dial and applied hour plots, housing a Miyota 9039 movement. Owners note the strap can attract lint. The watch is priced at $1,795 USD, though its gripless bezel and fixed strap limit practical dive functionality. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ikepod Seapod S003's distinctive design as its primary appeal.

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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