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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's QuartzvsSeiko Prospex Rotocall

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MSRP $1,450
Prospex Rotocall
SeikoProspex Rotocall
MSRP $550

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz36mm
Prospex Rotocall37mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz40h
Prospex Rotocall40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz300m
Prospex Rotocall100m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz$1,450
Prospex Rotocall$550

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
36mm
37mm
Thickness
18mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
A824

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,450
$550

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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.

Seiko Prospex Rotocall

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Rotocall for its charismatic retro design and comfortable 37mm size, with many appreciating its space-faring heritage. However, multiple sources criticize its price point, suggesting it is too high for an all-digital quartz watch with features like a stamped clasp, mineral crystal, and standard quartz movement. Some owners also note drawbacks such as a flimsy battery mount and split pin bracelet construction. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Seiko Prospex Rotocall visually appealing and a faithful re-release, but its value proposition is frequently questioned due to its price.

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