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Farer GMTvsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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GMT
FarerGMT
MSRP $1,375
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
What people say

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Farer GMT

The Farer GMT Automatic is praised for its vibrant, legible sea-green sunburst dial and well-proportioned 39.5mm, 10mm thin case. The Top Grade ETA 2893-2 movement offers hacking seconds and a 42-hour power reserve. Reviewers note the bronze crown, intended to develop patina, as a potentially unpopular design choice. Overall, reviewers consider the Farer GMT Automatic good value at its price point, highlighting the dial and case proportions as key strengths.

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

The Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is lauded for its utilitarian, no-nonsense design, exceptional tritium lume for visibility, and comfortable 41mm wearability. Reviewers highlight its robust build, meeting ISO 6425 dive watch standards and approved for military use, demonstrating durability during demanding activities. One reviewer notes the stock rubber strap requires modification for a proper fit. Overall, reviewers rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its focus on utility and ruggedness at its price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GMT36mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
GMT56h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
GMT100m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
GMT$1,375
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Thickness
11mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Green
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$1,800
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