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Vaer SwissvsMarathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

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Swiss
VaerSwiss
MSRP $1,099
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MSRP $1,300

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Swiss36mm
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto41mm
Power Reserve
Swiss40h
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto40h
Water Resistance
Swiss100m
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto60m
MSRP
Swiss$1,099
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto$1,300

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
Pilot
Diameter
36mm
41mm
Thickness
9.4mm
11.5mm
Water Resistance
100m
60m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Swiss
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,099
$1,300

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What people say

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Vaer Swiss

Vaer Swiss owners widely praise its exceptional case finishing, featuring alternating polished and brushed chamfered edges and lugs that curve to hug the wrist. Reviewers note the attractive design with twisted lugs, a double-domed sapphire crystal with internal AR coating, and a visually appealing Swiss movement. Some owners report the date changes slightly before midnight, the packaging is basic, and a canvas strap was of poor quality, with customer service response being slow. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer Swiss highly for its attractive design and case finishing at the price.

Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto is praised for its high-accuracy quartz movement, with owners noting its comfort and reliable performance. Reviewers highlight its functional tool-watch appeal, featuring a sandblasted steel case, tritium tubes for constant low-light visibility, and 100-meter water resistance. One owner finds the 41mm case runs a bit small. The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto utilizes an ETA F06.412 quartz movement with a claimed accuracy of +/- 10 seconds per year and includes a GMT bidirectional bezel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto highly for its comfortable wear and dependable, high-accuracy quartz movement.

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