Marathon Jeep Rubicon TSARvsZelos Swordfish 3

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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 Swordfish 3 at true scale

Swordfish 3

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

14mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$1,650

$399

lowest

Movement

Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Green
Bronze

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,650
$399
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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 Swordfish 3

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 3 for its exceptional value, with many highlighting the textured sandwich dial and the surprisingly good bracelet. The watch's 40mm case dimensions are considered fine for wearability, and its titanium construction contributes to a compact and comfortable feel. Some owners appreciate the unique appeal of specific dials, such as the teal or yellow Timascus variants. One reviewer noted sharp bracelet edges and legibility issues in bright light on a specific variant. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 3 highly for its strong value proposition and fun design elements at its price point.