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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsTissot Bellissima

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Bellissima
TissotBellissima
MSRP $515

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Bellissima26mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Bellissima40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Bellissima50m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
Bellissima$515

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
36mm
26mm
Thickness
18mm
6.85mm
Lug-to-Lug
26mm
Lug Width
18mm
4mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Indices
Applied
Roman

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$515

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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.

Tissot Bellissima

The Tissot Bellissima is praised for its classic and timeless design, with its smaller case sizes considered suitable for dainty or smaller wrists. Owners appreciate its exhibition caseback and find it a keeper, noting its respectable brand standing at around $450. On balance, owners value the Tissot Bellissima for its mature, timeless aesthetic and brand reputation at its price point.

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