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Massena LAB Dato-RacervsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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Dato-Racer
Massena LABDato-Racer
MSRP $1,595
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Dato-Racer40mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
Dato-Racer38h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Dato-Racer50m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
Dato-Racer$1,595
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
10.5mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW400-1
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,595
$1,800

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What people say

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Massena LAB Dato-Racer

Owners widely praise the Massena LAB Dato-Racer as an excellent everyday watch, appreciating its blend of 1970s-inspired aesthetics with modern dimensions. This model is a limited edition of 99 pieces. On balance, owners rate the Massena LAB Dato-Racer highly for its successful fusion of vintage design and contemporary wearability.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is lauded for its utilitarian, no-nonsense design, exceptional tritium lume for visibility, and comfortable 41mm wearability. Reviewers highlight its robust build, meeting ISO 6425 dive watch standards and approved for military use, demonstrating durability during demanding activities. One reviewer notes the stock rubber strap requires modification for a proper fit. Overall, reviewers rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its focus on utility and ruggedness at its price point.

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