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Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV AutovsSpinnaker Challenger Automatic

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Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MSRP $1,300
Challenger Automatic
SpinnakerChallenger Automatic
MSRP $289

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto41mm
Challenger Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto40h
Challenger Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto60m
Challenger Automatic200m
MSRP
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto$1,300
Challenger Automatic$289

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
19mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
60m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,300
$289

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What people say

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Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto is praised for its high-accuracy quartz movement, with owners noting its comfort and reliable performance. Reviewers highlight its functional tool-watch appeal, featuring a sandblasted steel case, tritium tubes for constant low-light visibility, and 100-meter water resistance. One owner finds the 41mm case runs a bit small. The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto utilizes an ETA F06.412 quartz movement with a claimed accuracy of +/- 10 seconds per year and includes a GMT bidirectional bezel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto highly for its comfortable wear and dependable, high-accuracy quartz movement.

Spinnaker Challenger Automatic

The Spinnaker Challenger Automatic is widely praised for its fun, playful design, solid build quality, and satisfying bezel action. Owners appreciate the comfortable 42mm DLC-coated case and the thoughtful integration of the Popeye theme, with the character serving as the hour and minute hands. Reviewers note the reliable Seiko NH35 movement and 300m water resistance. Some owners find the blue lume weaker than expected, and the ultra-domed sapphire crystal presents challenges for photography. The thick rubber strap is also cited as difficult to manage. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic highly for its unique character integration and solid dive watch fundamentals at its price point.

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