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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's QuartzvsResco RTAC GMT - Stainless

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MSRP $1,450
RTAC GMT - Stainless
RescoRTAC GMT - Stainless
MSRP $1,105
What people say

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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

Owners widely praise the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz for its tool-like aesthetic, bright tritium lume, and satisfying bezel action, making it enjoyable to handle and use. One owner finds the 36mm case comfortable after an initial adjustment period, while another reports accuracy within a few seconds of atomic time. On balance, owners rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its superb value and enjoyable tool-watch characteristics.

Resco RTAC GMT - Stainless

Owners widely praise the Resco RTAC GMT - Stainless for its exceptional quality, durability, and reliability, making it a dependable choice for an outdoorsy lifestyle and harsh conditions. The brand's American origin and assembly in Coronado, USA, are also noted, alongside excellent customer service and the watch's enduring appearance. Overall, owners rate the Resco RTAC GMT - Stainless highly for its robust build and dependable performance in demanding environments.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz36mm
RTAC GMT - Stainless44mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz40h
RTAC GMT - Stainless40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz300m
RTAC GMT - Stainless200m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz$1,450
RTAC GMT - Stainless$1,105

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
36mm
44mm
Thickness
18mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,450
$1,105
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