Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPMvsVario Futurist

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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 Willys SSGPM at true scale

Jeep Willys SSGPM

Vario Futurist at true scale

Futurist

Diameter

41mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

48mm

Thickness

11mm

10mm

lowest

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

MSRP

$780

$648

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Miyota 9039

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
10mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Miyota 9039
Type
Manual
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$780
$648
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Reviews

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

Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPM

Owners praise the Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPM's handsome retro design, nicely shaped 41mm case, and attractive, clean dials with great hands, noting good value at $650 USD. Some owners find the corporate Jeep logo detracts from the dial's appeal and goes against Marathon's heritage. The lugs extend far on smaller wrists, and the included leather strap may need replacement with regular wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPM highly for its retro aesthetics and value, despite minor strap and branding concerns.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.