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Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonGSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $2,100
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic41mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$2,100
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
45.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Anthracite
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,100
$980

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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