Marathon GSAR (Government Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsWhitby Watch Co. Ad Mare Dive Watch

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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

Whitby Watch Co. Ad Mare Dive Watch at true scale

Ad Mare Dive Watch

Diameter

41mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

lowest

50.8mm

Thickness

14mm

14mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$2,500

$550

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
50.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Anthracite
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
0h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$550
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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.

Whitby Watch Co. Ad Mare Dive Watch

Owners widely praise the Whitby Watch Co. Ad Mare Dive Watch as a solid dive watch for its price, with multiple users calling it the best deal under $600 and one rating it 8.5 out of 10. Reviewers note its substantial feel, quality construction, and crisp dial with applied indices, powered by a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement. Some owners find the 44mm case size to be a comfortable daily wear, with one mentioning the sanded texture of the titanium variant keeps it light. Drawbacks noted by one owner include the absence of a date wheel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Whitby Watch Co. Ad Mare Dive Watch highly for its value and build quality at its price point.

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