Cooper Watches MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Military Divers CrystallvsMarathon 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.

Cooper Watches MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Military Divers Crystall at true scale

MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Military Divers Crystall

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

13.1mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

60h

n/a

MSRP

$593

lowest

$2,500

Movement

Miyota 8315

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
13.1mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
48mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Anthracite
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8315
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
60 hoursh
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$593
$2,500
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Reviews

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Cooper Watches MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Military Divers Crystall

Owners widely praise the Cooper Watches MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Automatic Military Divers Watch with Sapphire Crystall for its value and robust build, highlighting its stable ceramic bezel, long-lasting lume, and protective crown guard as ideal for daily wear. The Miyota 8315 automatic movement is reported to keep accurate time, with one owner noting +4 seconds per day, though another owner experienced accuracy around -20/+40 seconds per day with an NH35 movement. Some owners find the bezel action stiff and the included NATO straps too thin. Overall, owners rate the Cooper Watches MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Automatic Military Divers Watch with Sapphire Crystall highly for its durable construction and excellent specifications at its price point.

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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