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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsPagani Design PD-1694

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
PD-1694
Pagani DesignPD-1694
MSRP $150

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
PD-169440mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
PD-169440h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
PD-1694200m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
PD-1694$150

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
18mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 8215

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$150

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1694

Pagani Design PD-1694 owners widely praise its value, with specific commendations for dial aesthetics, bezel action, alignment, and the domed crystal. The bracelet and strap also receive positive mentions for comfort and quality, though one owner noted the pressed steel diver's extension as a drawback. Lume quality is a point of contention, with some finding the dial lume "pretty bad" while others accept the bezel and hand lume. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1694 highly for its impressive build and aesthetic details at its price point.

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