Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D QuartzvsMomentum Smokejumper Eclipse

lug2lug doesn't sell watches. Buy links open the brand's or seller's own site. Some links are affiliate links: lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures

Measurements

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

Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz at true scale

Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz

Momentum Smokejumper Eclipse at true scale

Smokejumper Eclipse

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

lowest

50.5mm

Thickness

11mm

lowest

11.5mm

Water Resistance

60m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

144h

MSRP

$1,300

$299

lowest

Movement

Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Seiko VS43

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
50.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
60m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
Numerals and markers with lume for visibility.

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Seiko VS43
Type
Quartz
Solar
Power Reserve
0h
144h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,300
$299
Keep your wishlist and collection together in the appExplore the app

Reviews

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

Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz for its highly accurate Swiss High-Torque Quartz movement, rated at ±10 seconds per year, and its practical tool-watch design. The watch features tritium lume, a bi-directional bezel with excellent action, and a sandblasted steel case with drilled lug holes. Some owners find the DEFSTAN NATO strap's keeper design less practical for managing the strap tail, and a few note that the case's asymmetric design deviates from current aesthetic trends. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz highly for its pragmatic design and exceptional accuracy at the price.

Momentum Smokejumper Eclipse

Owners widely praise the Momentum Smokejumper Eclipse for its solar-powered, grab-and-go convenience and clear, uncluttered dial, with one owner noting near-perfect timekeeping averaging +0.2 seconds per day. The watch is appreciated for its lightweight feel, titanium case, and domed sapphire crystal, offering good value at around $200 CAD. However, the plastic construction is reported to scratch easily, and timekeeping can be significantly affected if the watch is left in darkness. Overall, owners rate the Momentum Smokejumper Eclipse highly for its solar functionality and value, making it a convenient everyday timepiece.