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Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsanOrdain Model 3 Method

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GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonGSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $2,100
Model 3 Method
anOrdainModel 3 Method
MSRP $4,693

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic41mm
Model 3 Method39mm
Power Reserve
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Model 3 Method56h
Water Resistance
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Model 3 Method50m
MSRP
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$2,100
Model 3 Method$4,693

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
10.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Anthracite
Model 3 Method

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW300
Power Reserve
40h
56h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,100
$4,693

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What people say

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

The Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is widely praised for its legibility, comfort, and exceptional tritium illumination, with reviewers highlighting its utilitarian, military-equipment feel and a 41mm case size considered ideal. Owners appreciate its grippy bezel and the 300 meters of water resistance provided by the screw-down crown, deeming it a solid value for a Swiss-made tool watch. Some owners report quality control issues, with one user needing to warranty two watches, and another notes the GSAR wears taller than other models, leading to occasional bumping. The reliable ETA 2824-A2 movement is a consistent feature. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its bright tritium lume and robust, no-nonsense tool watch design.

anOrdain Model 3 Method

Owners widely report the anOrdain Model 3 Method's dial is unique, deep, and colorful, with a textured surface that plays with light. Reviewers praise its craftsmanship and elegant case, noting a slim 39mm profile. Some owners find the skinny lugs less appealing, and one forum member preferred the dial typography of an earlier model and disliked the Model 3 case. While no longer considered a value proposition due to price increases, the quality is deemed worth the cost. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 3 Method highly for its unique dial and elegant case craftsmanship.

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