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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

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Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MSRP $1,450

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz36mm
Power Reserve
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz300m
MSRP
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz$1,450

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
44mm
36mm
Thickness
14mm
18mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC)
316L Stainless Steel

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$1,450

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What people say

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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC is widely praised for its robust COSC-certified Kenissi Werk 11 movement, offering a 70-hour power reserve, and its stealthy, scratch-resistant Dianoir DLC coating. Owners find it comfortable to wear despite its 44mm size, with one owner considering it a standout piece. Some reviewers note a subtle difference in the color tone of the DLC coating on the crown and bezel lock between variants. Overall, owners and reviewers regard the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC highly for its durable construction and reliable, high-spec movement.

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

Owners widely praise the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz for its tool-like aesthetic, bright tritium lume, and satisfying bezel action, making it enjoyable to handle and use. One owner finds the 36mm case comfortable after an initial adjustment period, while another reports accuracy within a few seconds of atomic time. On balance, owners rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its superb value and enjoyable tool-watch characteristics.

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