Circula Watches SuperSportvsMarathon 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.

Circula Watches SuperSport at true scale

SuperSport

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

GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

Diameter

40mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

lowest

48mm

Thickness

12mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

n/a

$2,500

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Petrol
Anthracite

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
41h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$2,500
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Circula Watches SuperSport

Owners widely praise the Circula SuperSport for its excellent value, German heritage, and impressive specifications, with many highlighting its petrol dial and genuine Super-Compressor design. Reviewers note the refined brushed finish, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, and a solid build quality with smooth crowns on the final version, which also offers excellent lume. The 40mm case is described as thinner and more refined than a prototype. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Circula SuperSport highly for its attention to detail and quality at a competitive price.

From video reviewers

The petrol dial color and the super-compressor case design are highlighted strengths. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

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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