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Marathon TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's QuartzvsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MarathonTSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MSRP $1,550
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz46mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz40h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz300m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz$1,550
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
46mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
11.8mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Cream

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,550
$279

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What people say

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

Owners widely praise the Marathon TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz for its ISO 6425 certification and practical, everyday wearability, with one owner noting the movement sets and ticks fine with expected quartz accuracy. The bezel and crystal are also described as great. One owner reports the 41mm TSAR wears small and has a field watch aesthetic, while another notes the TSAR Medium, listed at 12mm thick, visually appears thicker. Overall, owners rate the Marathon TSAR (Tritium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its robust build and practical design.

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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