ARES Diver-1 Mission Timer Swiss AutomaticvsMarathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

ARES Diver-1 Mission Timer Swiss Automatic at true scale

Diver-1 Mission Timer Swiss Automatic

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

GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

Diameter

41mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

49.5mm

48mm

lowest

Thickness

13.3mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

1000m

highest

300m

MSRP

$2,150

lowest

$2,500

Movement

ETA 2824-2

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Thickness
13.3mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
1000m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,150
$2,500
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Reviews

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ARES Diver-1 Mission Timer Swiss Automatic

Owners widely praise the ARES DIVER-1 Mission Timer Swiss Automatic for its toughness and durability, noting its suitability for rigorous use. The watch is also commended for great readability and quality that matches its price point, with one owner finding it comfortable to wear. It comes with multiple Ares-branded straps. On balance, owners rate the ARES DIVER-1 Mission Timer Swiss Automatic highly for its robust build and excellent value.

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

The Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is widely praised as a versatile and well-made tool watch, with reviewers highlighting its legibility, utilitarian build, and comfort. Owners appreciate the tritium gas tubes for exceptional illumination in darkness, a feature noted as superior to some alternatives. The 41mm case size is considered ideal by some, though one owner found it wore tall and bumped on objects. While the watch is generally seen as a solid value for a Swiss-made tool watch, some owners have reported quality control issues requiring warranty service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its robust build and constant legibility from tritium.

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