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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsZelos Blacktip 200m Ti

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Blacktip 200m Ti
ZelosBlacktip 200m Ti
MSRP $599

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Blacktip 200m Ti41mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Blacktip 200m Ti40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Blacktip 200m Ti200m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
Blacktip 200m Ti$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
41mm
Thickness
18mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Aventurine

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$599

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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.

Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti for its value, titanium construction, and unique dial options, with many appreciating its comfortable 41mm size and angled lugs. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its dual lume and smooth winding, while the bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. Some owners find the metal bracelet uncomfortable, preferring alternative straps, and one dislikes the font used on the GMT variant. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti highly for its striking design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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