CWC Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2 Polished CasevsMarathon TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
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Measurements
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Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2 Polished Case

TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
Diameter
41mm
46mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
lowest
48mm
Thickness
n/a
14mm
Water Resistance
300m
300m
MSRP
$583
lowest
$1,550
Movement
Ronda 517
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The CWC Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2 Polished Case is praised for its excellent case finishing and a perfect 120-click bezel, with significantly improved lume over previous versions and a sapphire crystal noted as a welcome upgrade. One owner noted a disappointing mark in the case polishing, stating that other watches at half the cost exhibit better overall finishing. The polished case is true to the original but seems odd for a military homage. Overall, owners rate the CWC Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2 Polished Case highly for its case finishing and bezel action, despite some concerns about value proposition and polishing quality.
Marathon TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz owners widely praise its high quality, extreme legibility, and bright tritium tubes that glow without needing to charge. The simple, functional dial layout and ISO 6425 certification are also noted strengths. One owner reports owning a TSAR for nearly 15 years with no problems and found Marathon's service experience to be great. Some owners mention the 41mm TSAR wears small and has a field watch aesthetic, while others note the crown can dig into the wrist. The tritium tubes in the hands provide excellent brightness in the dark. On balance, owners rate the Marathon TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its exceptional tritium lume and robust, legible design.
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