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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsMr Jones Watches Daydreamer

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Daydreamer
Mr Jones WatchesDaydreamer
MSRP $225

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Daydreamer
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Daydreamer40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Daydreamer
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
Daydreamer$225

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Casual
Diameter
36mm
Thickness
18mm
Lug Width
18mm
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Limited edition (300 pieces)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$225

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What people say

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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is lauded for its utilitarian, no-nonsense design, exceptional tritium lume for visibility, and comfortable 41mm wearability. Reviewers highlight its robust build, meeting ISO 6425 dive watch standards and approved for military use, demonstrating durability during demanding activities. One reviewer notes the stock rubber strap requires modification for a proper fit. Overall, reviewers rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its focus on utility and ruggedness at its price point.

Mr Jones Watches Daydreamer

Owners widely praise the Mr Jones Watches Daydreamer for its super colorful, whimsical, and fun design, with one owner finding it a lighthearted and retro addition to their collection. However, multiple owners have noted that the central seconds indicator sometimes stops ticking, with one owner confirming this as a defect and expressing hope for warranty service. On balance, owners appreciate the unique aesthetic of the Mr Jones Watches Daydreamer, despite some concerns regarding the reliability of its central seconds indicator.

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