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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsSternglas Taiga GMT

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Taiga GMT
SternglasTaiga GMT
MSRP $237

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Taiga GMT42mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Taiga GMT
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Taiga GMT100m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
Taiga GMT$237

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
18mm
7.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Ronda 505.24H
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$237

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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.

Sternglas Taiga GMT

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its finishing and value, highlighting the yellow GMT hand as a distinctive touch. However, some find the GMT markers lack legibility, and the original NATO strap is considered poorly made. The 42mm case and 52mm lug-to-lug measurement are points of contention, with some finding it too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners appreciate the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its attractive finishing and price point, though legibility of the GMT function and case dimensions are noted as areas for improvement.

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