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Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES IIIvsMarathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III for its distinct design, unconventional color schemes, and solid finishing. Specific highlights include a fun, functional full-lume dial with a subtle wave pattern and upgraded Grade X2 Super-LumiNova. The 41mm titanium case is considered well-proportioned, and the internal bezel features a useful stop mechanism, with the 4 o'clock crown for bezel adjustment noted as convenient. The La Joux-Perret G101 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve. Some owners lament a perceived shift away from the brand's previously bolder design language. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III highly for its unique design and functional features.

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

The Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is widely praised for its legibility, comfort, and exceptional tritium illumination, with reviewers highlighting its utilitarian, military-equipment feel and a 41mm case size considered ideal. Owners appreciate its grippy bezel and the 300 meters of water resistance provided by the screw-down crown, deeming it a solid value for a Swiss-made tool watch. Some owners report quality control issues, with one user needing to warranty two watches, and another notes the GSAR wears taller than other models, leading to occasional bumping. The reliable ETA 2824-A2 movement is a consistent feature. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its bright tritium lume and robust, no-nonsense tool watch design.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III41.5mm
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic41mm
Power Reserve
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III68h
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III300m
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III$1,350
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$2,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41.5mm
41mm
Thickness
12.5mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
48mm
Material
Grade 2 Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Anthracite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
68h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,350
$2,100
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