Laco KölnvsMarathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

lug2lug doesn't sell watches. Buy links open the brand's or seller's own site. Some links are affiliate links: lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures

Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Laco Köln at true scale

Köln

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

GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

Diameter

41mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

n/a

14mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

MSRP

$1,440

lowest

$2,500

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Thickness
n/a
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Material
stainless steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Anthracite

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,440
$2,500
Keep your wishlist and collection together in the appExplore the app

Reviews

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

Laco Köln

Owners praise the Laco Köln's Type B dial for legibility and lume, with one owner finding the manual winding feel superior and noting consistent accuracy of +2.5 seconds per day. The timing bezel is considered practical. However, the 49.5mm lug-to-lug and male end links make the 41mm Laco Köln too large for wrists smaller than 6 inches. On balance, owners value the Laco Köln for its legible Type B dial and practical bezel, despite its substantial lug-to-lug measurement.

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.

Similar watches

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price, microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

DiscussionNot started

Also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog: alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.