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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsSchofield Obscura

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Obscura
SchofieldObscura
MSRP $12,139

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Obscura44mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Obscura57h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Obscura200m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
Obscura$12,139

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
36mm
44mm
Thickness
18mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
52.7mm
Lug Width
18mm
24mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Damascus Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Dark Grey
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Unitas 6498-2
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
57h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$12,139

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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.

Schofield Obscura

The Schofield Obscura is recognized for its unique Damascus steel case with a textured, reptile-scale or cellular finish and a multi-level dial enhanced by vibrant, multi-emission Super-LumiNova. This hand-wound timepiece is powered by a Unitas/ETA 6498-2 movement, visible through smoked sapphire crystals. It is limited to 40 pieces and priced around £9,558. On balance, reviewers highlight the Schofield Obscura's distinctive case and dial as its primary draw, making it a notable piece for collectors.

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