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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2vsMarathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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Bull Shark V2
Borealis Watch Co.Bull Shark V2
MSRP $495
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonGSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $2,100

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bull Shark V238mm
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic41mm
Power Reserve
Bull Shark V240h
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Bull Shark V2300m
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
Bull Shark V2$495
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$2,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
12.60mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$2,100

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What people say

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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2

The red bezel is a standout feature. The watch wears small, which is a concern for larger wrists.

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.

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