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Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV AutovsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MSRP $1,300
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto41mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto40h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto60m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto$1,300
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
11.8mm
Water Resistance
60m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Cream

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,300
$279

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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.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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