Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsBoldr Odyssey 40mm

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

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

GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

Boldr Odyssey 40mm at true scale

Odyssey 40mm

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

48mm

Thickness

14mm

12.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$2,500

$799

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Miyota 9075

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
12.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Anthracite
Aurora
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$799
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Reviews

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

The Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is widely praised as a versatile and well-made tool watch, with reviewers highlighting its legibility, utilitarian build, and comfort. Owners appreciate the tritium gas tubes for exceptional illumination in darkness, a feature noted as superior to some alternatives. The 41mm case size is considered ideal by some, though one owner found it wore tall and bumped on objects. While the watch is generally seen as a solid value for a Swiss-made tool watch, some owners have reported quality control issues requiring warranty service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its robust build and constant legibility from tritium.

Boldr Odyssey 40mm

Owners praise Boldr for impressive specifications and value, with one owner noting the Odyssey Black Dragonfish has superior specs and movement compared to other models. A separate owner finds the Venture to be an exceptional value and versatile with strap changes. However, one owner feels the Venture's size is borderline for an 8-inch wrist. Overall, owners rate Boldr highly for its value and specifications.

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