Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsUnimatic Modello Cinque U5S-NS Collab Time Only

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

Modello Cinque U5S-NS Collab Time Only
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Thickness
14mm
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
300m
MSRP
$2,500
$1,860
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 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 appreciate the 36mm case shape and the dial's concentric circles on the Unimatic Modello Cinque U5S-NS Collab Time Only. One reviewer found the 36mm size to be the most wearable yet and appreciated the improved TPU strap, though they wished for more experimental dial designs and found the black DLC version less readable. Some owners note the 22mm lug spacing on the 36mm case can appear disproportionate, and one owner felt the large rehaut gave it an AliExpress aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Unimatic Modello Cinque U5S-NS Collab Time Only appealing for its wearable 36mm case and unique dial details.
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