Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSARvsZelos Mako 4

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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

Zelos Mako 4 at true scale

Mako 4

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

14mm

12.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$1,650

$599

lowest

Movement

Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Miyota 9015

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Green
Diver - Flare

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,650
$599
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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.

Zelos Mako 4

Owners widely praise the Zelos Mako 4's dial finishing and unique bezel insert options. Reviewers note impressive case finishing for the price, with a boxed sapphire crystal and wavy dial texture contributing to a vintage aesthetic. One owner reports the crown can be difficult to grip, and the winding mechanism offers resistance when screwing it down. Accuracy figures vary, with one report of -0.3 seconds per day and another owner noting a range from +1/+2 to about -6 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Mako 4 highly for its distinctive dial work and case finishing at its price point.