Side by side

Maen Skymaster 38 MKIIIvsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII
MSRP $1,679
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
13.4mm
18mm
Lug Width
18mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
M6.1.1
White

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510mb
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,679
$1,800

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII vs Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII

The Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII is praised for its refined case, impressive fit and finish, and compact 38mm size, which offers a premium feel with a sharp, legible dial and well-executed applied markers. Reviewers note the sweet winding action and the vintage-inspired brown sunburst dial with dauphine hands and lollipop register pointers. The watch is powered by a manual-wind Sellita SW510Mb movement with a 63-hour power reserve. Accuracy figures vary, with one reviewer reporting +7 seconds per day and another stating a tolerance of +/-15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII for its refined vintage-inspired design and compact dimensions at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 38mm case size is a key strength for the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII. Reviewers noted the excellent quality-price ratio for a Swiss-made chronograph.

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.

Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

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

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

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