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Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsMr Jones Watches Daydreamer

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GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonGSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $2,100
Daydreamer
Mr Jones WatchesDaydreamer
MSRP $225

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic41mm
Daydreamer
Power Reserve
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Daydreamer40h
Water Resistance
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Daydreamer
MSRP
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$2,100
Daydreamer$225

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Casual
Diameter
41mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Anthracite
Limited edition (300 pieces)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,100
$225

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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.

Mr Jones Watches Daydreamer

Owners widely praise the Mr Jones Watches Daydreamer for its super colorful, whimsical, and fun design, with one owner finding it a lighthearted and retro addition to their collection. However, multiple owners have noted that the central seconds indicator sometimes stops ticking, with one owner confirming this as a defect and expressing hope for warranty service. On balance, owners appreciate the unique aesthetic of the Mr Jones Watches Daydreamer, despite some concerns regarding the reliability of its central seconds indicator.

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