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Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSARvsVaer Tactical Field

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Jeep Rubicon TSAR
MarathonJeep Rubicon TSAR
MSRP $1,650
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jeep Rubicon TSAR41mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
Jeep Rubicon TSAR40h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
Jeep Rubicon TSAR300m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
Jeep Rubicon TSAR$1,650
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
14mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
43mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Green
36mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,650
$199

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR

Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR owners praise its toughness and 41mm size for a 7" wrist, noting the sapphire crystal remains nearly flawless after a decade of near-daily wear and abuse. Tritium lume is still acceptable in darkness, and the bezel, though missing its 0-mark triangle, remains tight and clicks solidly. The watch features a steel case water-resistant to 300 meters, a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement, and dual branding that de-emphasizes Marathon. Overall, owners rate the Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSAR highly for its exceptional durability and practical size.

Vaer Tactical Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

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