Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's QuartzvsScurfa Diver One D1-500

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

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

MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

Scurfa Diver One D1-500 at true scale

Diver One D1-500

Diameter

36mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47.7mm

Thickness

18mm

14.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

500m

highest

MSRP

$1,450

$268

lowest

Movement

Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Ronda 715SM

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
18mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.7mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
500m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Ronda 715SM

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,450
$268
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Reviews

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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. The 36mm case is described as comfortable and growing on wearers, with the watch itself considered incredibly tough and practical. Accuracy is reported within a few seconds of atomic time, and the case is considered solid with scratch-resistant crystal. On balance, owners rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its superb value and robust, enjoyable tool watch characteristics.

Scurfa Diver One D1-500

Owners widely praise the Scurfa Diver One D1-500 for its robust 40mm case, described as ideal for everyday wear and reminiscent of an older Submariner, and its excellent legibility. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its strong lume, with one owner calling it the best they have seen, and note the precise 120-click bezel. The watch's 500-meter water resistance is deemed suitable for actual diving. Some owners appreciate the aluminum bezel's color as a change from black, and one owner finds the titanium case exceptionally light and warm. Overall, owners rate the Scurfa Diver One D1-500 highly for its tool diver design and perceived quality exceeding its price point.

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