Laco Himalaya 42 RBvsMarathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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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.

Laco Himalaya 42 RB at true scale

Himalaya 42 RB

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

GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

Diameter

42mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

n/a

14mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$1,200

lowest

$2,500

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
n/a
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Anthracite

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$2,500
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Reviews

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Laco Himalaya 42 RB

Owners widely praise the Laco Himalaya 42 RB for its comfortable 42mm wearability and excellent strap, with one owner calling it the ultimate GADA watch for its classy tool watch feel. Reviewers note its utilitarian function and reasonable price, though some find its bezel requires too much force to turn. One owner considers the 42mm case size great. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Laco Himalaya 42 RB highly for its comfortable wearability and utilitarian value.

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

The Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is widely praised as a versatile and well-made tool watch, with reviewers highlighting its legibility, utilitarian build, and comfort. Owners appreciate the tritium gas tubes for exceptional illumination in darkness, a feature noted as superior to some alternatives. The 41mm case size is considered ideal by some, though one owner found it wore tall and bumped on objects. While the watch is generally seen as a solid value for a Swiss-made tool watch, some owners have reported quality control issues requiring warranty service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its robust build and constant legibility from tritium.

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