Edox Delfin ChronographvsMarathon TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

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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.

Edox Delfin Chronograph at true scale

Delfin Chronograph

Marathon TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz at true scale

TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

Diameter

43mm

46mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

12mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

MSRP

$1,146

lowest

$1,550

Movement

Caliber 101 (Ronda 5021.D)

Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Case

6 specs
Diameter
43mm
46mm
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
24mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Caliber 101 (Ronda 5021.D)
Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,146
$1,550
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Reviews

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

Edox Delfin Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Edox Delfin Chronograph's surprising fit and finish for its price, with one owner noting accuracy within +-3 seconds per day. The 43mm case size is considered substantial, though a triple-horn lug design aids wearability for some. However, one reviewer found the overall design derivative, comparing it to other luxury sports watches, and the 43mm size and bold aesthetic personally overwhelming. Another reviewer noted scant lume that fades quickly and a two-register dial lacking a running seconds indicator. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Edox Delfin Chronograph offers a strong value proposition with good build quality for its price point, despite some critiques regarding design originality and dial features.

Marathon TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

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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