Limes Endurance GMTvsMarathon 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.

Limes Endurance GMT at true scale

Endurance GMT

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

GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

Diameter

41.5mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

50mm

48mm

lowest

Thickness

12.6mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

n/a

$2,500

Movement

ETA 2893-2

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41.5mm
41mm
Thickness
12.6mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$2,500
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Reviews

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

Limes Endurance GMT

Owners widely praise the Limes Endurance GMT for its robust, legible tool watch design, featuring a beautifully crafted 41.5mm case with angular lines and strong transitions. The ETA 2893-2 movement is considered a solid, time-tested choice for its price point, and legibility is excellent with bold lume-filled markers and a well-positioned date window. Some owners note the stamped clasp on the five-link bracelet as a minor shortfall. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Limes Endurance GMT highly for its affordable, well-executed tool watch design and reliable movement.

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.