Marathon TSAR (Tritium 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 TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz at true scale

TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz at true scale

DS2 Meridian Quartz

Diameter

46mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

14mm

10.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

150m

MSRP

$1,550

$239

lowest

Movement

Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Quartz

Case

4 specs
Diameter
46mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,550
$239
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Reviews

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

Marathon TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

Marathon TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz owners widely praise its high quality, extreme legibility, and bright tritium tubes that glow without needing to charge. The simple, functional dial layout and ISO 6425 certification are also noted strengths. One owner reports owning a TSAR for nearly 15 years with no problems and found Marathon's service experience to be great. Some owners mention the 41mm TSAR wears small and has a field watch aesthetic, while others note the crown can dig into the wrist. The tritium tubes in the hands provide excellent brightness in the dark. On balance, owners rate the Marathon TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its exceptional tritium lume and robust, legible design.

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.

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