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Marathon CeraShell Pilot's NavigatorvsMomentum Atlas Eclipse Solar 38

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What people say

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Marathon CeraShell Pilot's Navigator

Owners widely praise the Marathon Pilot's Navigator for its exceptional accuracy, with sources citing its ETA F06.412 quartz movement as keeping time within 10 seconds per year. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its classic pilot's watch design, comfortable 41mm steel case, and the constant illumination provided by tritium gas tubes. Some owners find the watch a great value, particularly at lower price points, while others express concern over the $800 price for the steel version. A few commenters noted the date window placement as undesirable, and one owner mentioned fixed spring bars limiting strap choices. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Pilot's Navigator highly for its robust tritium lume and outstanding accuracy at its price point.

Momentum Atlas Eclipse Solar 38

Owners widely praise the Momentum Atlas Eclipse Solar 38 for its perfect 38mm size, lightweight titanium case, and excellent readability with its pilot-style dial and simple layout. The solar-powered quartz movement is appreciated for its quick charging and low maintenance, with one owner noting better lume than a previous Tissot. The watch is frequently described as a comfortable, no-frills daily wear or GADA watch that disappears on the wrist. Some owners find the branding excessive, the original leather strap stiff, and the bracelet cheap-feeling with limited adjustment. One owner reported a faulty solar movement requiring service, and another noted a small piece of fluff inside the case. Overall, owners rate the Momentum Atlas Eclipse Solar 38 highly for its comfortable wearability and value as a solar-powered field watch.

From video reviewers

The solar-powered quartz movement and lightweight titanium case are praised. The lume is considered weak. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size, with some preferring the 38mm and others the 44mm version.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
CeraShell Pilot's Navigator41mm
Atlas Eclipse Solar 3838mm
Power Reserve
CeraShell Pilot's Navigator
Atlas Eclipse Solar 38
Water Resistance
CeraShell Pilot's Navigator60m
Atlas Eclipse Solar 38100m
MSRP
CeraShell Pilot's Navigator$550
Atlas Eclipse Solar 38$235

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
11.5mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
0mm
Material
CeraShell (bio-sourced composite)
Titanium
Water Resistance
60m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA F06
Seiko VS42
Type
Quartz
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$235
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