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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsNOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 gray

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Orion 38 gray
NOMOS GlashütteOrion 38 gray
MSRP $3,040

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Orion 38 gray38mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Orion 38 gray53 hoursh
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Orion 38 gray50m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
Orion 38 gray$3,040

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
18mm
7.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
18mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
White
Grey
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
DUW 4001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
40h
53 hoursh
Jewels
25
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$3,040

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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 gray

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 gray for its minimalist Bauhaus design, legible dial with applied golden indices and blued steel hands, and harmonious proportions. Reviewers and owners alike note its comfortable and versatile wearability, with some finding it suitable for both formal and casual occasions. However, some enthusiasts find the Orion 38 gray wears larger than expected due to its all-dial design, while others consider its style polarizing and potentially less versatile for everyday wear. One owner notes the watch is considered delicate for daily wear despite its 5 ATM water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 gray highly for its elegant, minimalist design and comfortable wearability.

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