Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's QuartzvsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

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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

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz at true scale

DS2 Meridian Quartz

Diameter

36mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

18mm

10.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

150m

MSRP

$1,450

$239

lowest

Movement

Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Quartz

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
18mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,450
$239
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is widely appreciated for its wearability and value, with owners and reviewers frequently highlighting its 39mm case size as a perfect fit. The watch features a coin-edge bezel and a satisfying 120-click action with minimal back play, and its design is often described as classic. Some owners report long shipping times and poor customer service from the brand. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable 39mm sizing and straightforward quartz simplicity.