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Marathon GSAR

takashi

Legendary Member
4/4/06
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I would nominate this watch as very strong candidate. Why is that so?

1. ISO 6425 compliant (that means more stringent test as a diver's watch).
2. Tritium Tube as you see on more expensive Ball watch.
3. Sapphire crystal.
4. ETA2824-2 Nickel plated movement.

Well... in other words, it fits perfectly as a daily beater. If you got it without the bracelet, it's about 150USD cheaper. Costs: ca. 500USD brand new.

Picture:
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LegendofSpeed

Put Some Respect On My Name
4/5/06
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Re: GUG #2 - Marathon GSAR

Great watch..... this is what this section is all about.... Swiss 2824... military issue.... $500 or less.....

More shots of the bracelet if you could taka!
 

takashi

Legendary Member
4/4/06
11,500
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Re: GUG #2 - Marathon GSAR

Ah good point! The bracelet is pretty unique for this piece. It has a small protruding piece (really nice):

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Hope I will take good pictures next time. This watch deserves a pictorial.

PS: It looks good on standard rubber strap too.
 

takashi

Legendary Member
4/4/06
11,500
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Re: GUG #2 - Marathon GSAR

The thing worth taking note... This watch is pretty thick. Definitely thicker than the Rolex 1665. Anyhow, get it while you still can, the newer batch will come with Superluminova. They call it Maraglo but it's actually Superluminova.