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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsPagani Design PD-YS029

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
PD-YS029
Pagani DesignPD-YS029
MSRP $171

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
PD-YS02942mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
PD-YS02940h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
PD-YS029100m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
PD-YS029$171

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
18mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
26.2mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$171

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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-YS029

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-YS029's attractive design and bracelet. However, the 42mm case size is frequently cited as too large, particularly with the integrated bracelet, and some owners dislike the prominent dial text. Some owners also express a desire for AR coating on the crystal. On balance, owners value the Pagani Design PD-YS029 for its aesthetics and bracelet, but the 42mm sizing presents a significant drawback for many.

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