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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad AutovsMarathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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American Classic RailRoad Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto
MSRP $1,295
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonGSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $2,100

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic RailRoad Auto32mm
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic41mm
Power Reserve
American Classic RailRoad Auto43h
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
American Classic RailRoad Auto50m
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
American Classic RailRoad Auto$1,295
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$2,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
32mm
41mm
Thickness
11.3mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
16mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Beige
Anthracite

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2681
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
43h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,295
$2,100

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto as a versatile everyday watch, noting its stellar appearance on bracelet or strap and the desirable H-10 movement providing an 80-hour power reserve. The 40mm case, measuring 11.35mm thick with slightly turned-down lugs, contributes to a thinner perceived profile. It is offered for $430 shipped and includes a travel pouch.

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.

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