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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsBoldr Odyssey Bronze

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Odyssey Bronze
BoldrOdyssey Bronze
MSRP $649

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Odyssey Bronze45.5mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Odyssey Bronze40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Odyssey Bronze500m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
Odyssey Bronze$649

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
45.5mm
Thickness
18mm
16.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
300m
500m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Auburn
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$649

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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.

Boldr Odyssey Bronze

The Boldr Odyssey Bronze is widely praised for its robust, ship-like aesthetic and substantial feel, with its meteorite dial and OEM Horween strap highlighted as unique features. Owners feel the style, fit, finish, and specifications compensate for criticisms regarding the movements used at its price point. On balance, owners rate the Boldr Odyssey Bronze highly for its distinctive aesthetic and quality finishing.

From video reviewers

The 500m water resistance and Lumicast lume are standout features. The 45mm+ case size is a drawback for some wrists.

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