Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsOllech & Wajs MIRAGE III
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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.

GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

MIRAGE III
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Thickness
14mm
lowest
14.7mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
MSRP
$2,500
n/a
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Valjoux 7750
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
Owners widely praise the Ollech & Wajs MIRAGE III for its comfortable, sleek feel on the wrist, with one owner noting they sometimes forget they are wearing it, and find it sharp for casual wear. It is considered a beautiful, neo-vintage automatic Flieger chronograph priced under 1000 Euros, fitting the bill for those who like chronographs but cannot afford high-end options. Some prefer its case design, though it is otherwise closely matched to competitors. One owner notes the ticking is a bit loud. Overall, owners rate the Ollech & Wajs MIRAGE III highly for its comfortable wearability and value proposition as an accessible chronograph.
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