Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSARvsNoctua Watch Corp. PDFL-1

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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 Jeep Rubicon TSAR at true scale

Jeep Rubicon TSAR

Noctua Watch Corp. PDFL-1 at true scale

PDFL-1

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

14mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$1,650

$447

lowest

Movement

Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Seiko NH38

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Green
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Seiko NH38
Power Reserve
0h
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,650
$447
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR

The Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR is noted for its successful dual branding, with the "Jeep" designation prominent on the dial. Owners praise its toughness and wearability, with one owner reporting near-daily wear for 10 years on a 7" wrist with a flawless sapphire crystal. The watch features tritium gas tubes and Maraglo illumination, a 41mm steel case, and a Swiss Made Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement, priced at $1,500 USD. One owner experienced the 0-mark triangle detaching from the bezel after a decade of significant abuse, though the bezel action remained tight and solid. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR highly for its robust build and comfortable wearability.

Noctua Watch Corp. PDFL-1

Noctua Watch Corp. PDFL-1 owners appreciate its Sinn-like aesthetic and praise its lume. Overall, owners rate the Noctua Watch Corp. PDFL-1 highly for its Sinn-like aesthetic and lume.