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

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GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonGSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $2,100
King
Mr Jones WatchesKing
MSRP $295

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic41mm
King
Power Reserve
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
King40h
Water Resistance
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
King
MSRP
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$2,100
King$295

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Casual
Diameter
41mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Anthracite
Standard

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,100
$295

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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 King

The Mr Jones Watches King is widely praised for its imaginative and unconventional design, with owners appreciating its unique playing card dial that tells time unconventionally. Some owners find the time-telling easy to adjust to, while others note difficulty, particularly in poor light. One owner swapped the mesh bracelet for a red leather strap to enhance its flair. The Mr Jones Watches King is considered an inexpensive timepiece for those who appreciate unconventional aesthetics. On balance, owners rate the Mr Jones Watches King highly for its fun, creative, and unconventional design at an accessible price point.

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