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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsOak & Oscar The Sandford

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
The Sandford
Oak & OscarThe Sandford
MSRP $1,850

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
The Sandford40mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
The Sandford40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
The Sandford100m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
The Sandford$1,850

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
18mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Charcoal

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$1,850

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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.

Oak & Oscar The Sandford

Oak & Oscar The Sandford owners report it wears well, with one noting the PVD variant feels like a dream on the wrist. One owner states their Sandford GMT was in excellent condition, recently serviced by the brand, with only minor cosmetic flaws. Overall, owners appreciate the comfortable wearability of Oak & Oscar The Sandford, with one highlighting the PVD finish as a particular positive.

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