Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPQvsVaer Calendar Field

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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 SSGPQ at true scale

Jeep Willys SSGPQ

Vaer Calendar Field at true scale

Calendar Field

Diameter

41mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

43mm

lowest

Thickness

11mm

8.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

MSRP

$600

$189

lowest

Movement

Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Miyota 2035

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
11mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
43mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Miyota 2035

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$600
$189
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Reviews

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

Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPQ

The Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPQ is a handsome, vintage-inspired sports watch with a unique case shape and a dial that honors military heritage. It features a 41mm stainless steel case with a matte parkerized finish, a sapphire crystal, and a MaraGlo luminous dial, powered by a Swiss High-Torque Quartz movement. Reviewers note its good value, especially for vintage Jeep enthusiasts, with pricing around $500-$650 USD. However, its longer lugs may extend past smaller wrists and the included leather strap is fragile. On balance, reviewers praise the Marathon Jeep Willys SSGPQ for its vintage military aesthetic and value proposition, despite minor concerns about lug comfort and strap durability.

From video reviewers

The 41mm case size is a shared strength. Reviewers noted the bracelet clasp lacks micro-adjustments.

Vaer Calendar Field

The Vaer Calendar Field is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a clean, WWII-inspired dial, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. Owners consistently highlight its thin, comfortable 36mm case with nice brushing and phenomenal dial and hand design, considering it a significant step up in case finishing compared to other quartz field watches in its price range. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers and the lume is only serviceable, while one wishes for a brighter date window. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its design and build quality at the price point.

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