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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsPagani Design PD-1691

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
PD-1691
Pagani DesignPD-1691
MSRP $146

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
PD-169139.7mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
PD-169140h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
PD-1691200m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
PD-1691$146

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
39.7mm
Thickness
18mm
12mm
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
$146

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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-1691

Owners report an index falling off the dial of the Pagani Design PD-1691 shortly after purchase, with one owner noting the bracelet and clasp feel cheap and rattle, observing a significant quality difference compared to higher-end brands. Overall, owners find the Pagani Design PD-1691 to have significant quality control issues with its dial and bracelet components.

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