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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsRZE Resolute Type A

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Resolute Type A
RZEResolute Type A
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Resolute Type A39mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Resolute Type A40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Resolute Type A200m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
Resolute Type A$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Tool
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
18mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Grade 5 Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied
Arabic numerals

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$499

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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.

RZE Resolute Type A

The RZE Resolute Type A is praised for its build quality, finishing, and highly legible dial with luminous elements, all at a $499 price point. Its sandblasted titanium case features an UltraHex coating, and it measures 39.5mm by 11.5mm with 100 meters of water resistance. A reviewer notes the Miyota 82S0 movement's crown operation feels grainy. On balance, reviewers highlight the RZE Resolute Type A as a well-built and legible pilot's watch offering good value.

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