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Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field WatchvsHelgray Skyfighter (Refurbished)

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GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch
MarathonGPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch
MSRP $650
Skyfighter (Refurbished)
HelgraySkyfighter (Refurbished)
MSRP $199

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch36mm
Skyfighter (Refurbished)42mm
Power Reserve
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch40h
Skyfighter (Refurbished)40h
Water Resistance
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch30m
Skyfighter (Refurbished)50m
MSRP
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch$650
Skyfighter (Refurbished)$199

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Pilot
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46mm
Lug Width
16mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz (3J, EOL)
Swiss-Made Ronda 5021.D Strap

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$199

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What people say

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Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch

Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch owners praise its tritium tubes, Mil-spec designation, and scratch-resistant case finish, with some finding the 36mm size practical for field use. However, some owners criticize its perceived overpriced nature, thick case, and squared-off lugs, while others point to the composite case material, 30m water resistance, and unbranded movement as drawbacks. On balance, owners are divided on the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch, with opinions split on its value and design features.

Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished)

Owners widely praise the Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished) for its handsome, sporty yet understated design, finding it versatile and good value at its price point. One owner notes the watch is in excellent condition with no marks on the case or crystal, and only minor scuffs on the caseback. However, the brand faces criticism for poor build quality, low-quality movements, and a lack of customer service. On balance, owners find the Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished) to be a versatile and well-priced quartz chronograph, despite concerns about the brand's overall quality and service.

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