Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsResco Kauffman Diver - DLC

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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

Resco Kauffman Diver - DLC at true scale

Kauffman Diver - DLC

Diameter

41mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

lowest

51.4mm

Thickness

14mm

13.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$2,500

$2,155

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
44mm
Thickness
14mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
51.38mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Anthracite
Black

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$2,155
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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.

Resco Kauffman Diver - DLC

Owners report the Resco Kauffman Diver - DLC is durable, with one owner praising customer service for a broken strap pin. However, another owner expresses dissatisfaction with Resco's customer service, citing a loss of $410 after a return without a full refund. On balance, owners value the durability of the Resco Kauffman Diver - DLC, though customer service experiences are mixed.

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