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Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field WatchvsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch
MarathonGPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch
MSRP $650
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch36mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch40h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch30m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch$650
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
48mm
Lug Width
16mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Cream

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz (3J, EOL)

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$279

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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.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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