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Sinn 936 SvsMarathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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What people say

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Sinn 936 S

The Sinn 936 S is lauded for its purposeful bicompax dial, scratch-resistant TEGIMENT-hardened black-coated case, and the in-house SZ05 movement. Reviewers highlight its 60-minute register for immediate readability and 100 meters of water resistance with pushers operable underwater, along with 1,000 gauss anti-magnetism. At 43mm and 15mm thick, its size is noted as large, and the price is €4,150. One reviewer expressed a desire for a re-engineered bracelet from Sinn, considering it a brand weakness. Overall, reviewers rate the Sinn 936 S highly for its focused chronograph purpose and robust specifications at its price point.

From video reviewers

The high visibility dial design is a consensus strength. The lume brightness was noted as limited. Reviewers disagreed on the necessity of the date display.

Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is widely praised for its legibility, comfort, and exceptional tritium illumination, with reviewers highlighting its utilitarian, military-equipment feel and a 41mm case size considered ideal. Owners appreciate its grippy bezel and the 300 meters of water resistance provided by the screw-down crown, deeming it a solid value for a Swiss-made tool watch. Some owners report quality control issues, with one user needing to warranty two watches, and another notes the GSAR wears taller than other models, leading to occasional bumping. The reliable ETA 2824-A2 movement is a consistent feature. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its bright tritium lume and robust, no-nonsense tool watch design.

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
936 S43mm
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic41mm
Power Reserve
936 S38h
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
Water Resistance
936 S100m
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
936 S$4,482
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$2,100

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
15mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
black
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite
Indices
Lume
Luminescent
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SINN movement SZ05
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Date, Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,482
$2,100
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