After I was issued my GSAR I did not like it. I was not a watch lover only wore one because I had too. It was heavy and uncomfortable but the look, quality, and toughness drew me in. Then I found out about NATO straps and wear either my CSAR, GSAR, or NAV every second of the day. Marathon turned me into a lover of watches. But they have skewed my opinion of others since everything else seems too pretty, too delicate, or too expensive. Still the GSAR was my gateway drug to this hobby and I love it. Great review.
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Great to hear about your experience.
@snarf94552 жыл бұрын
Have used mine on a few field trainig exercises in the military, the tritium lume came in handy in the arctic during the winter, when the sun barely came up. Held excellent time even in sub-zero temperatures.
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
Really cool! I love hearing stories of watches being badass in the field. Can't wait to take mine camping 😁
@jayjamesedawardgonzales9822 Жыл бұрын
I’ve alternated between Marathon GSAR, Seiko Marinemaster (Quartz Tuna), Rolex Submariner Date, and Tudor Black Bay Divers. As a police officer (Chicago) I’ve always liked rotating dive time bezels for timing things like arrival on scene, time on a location and interviews. I’d say the Seiko is my number one choice followed by the Rolex. However the Marathon is a close third. Great tool piece that offers robustness and functionality.
@ChaoTime101 Жыл бұрын
That's awesome! Thanks for sharing your experience. It's interesting to know how people use bezel timers out in the world.
@tcwhite0104 Жыл бұрын
Was issued a Luminox but once I received the Marathon GSAR I didn't/don't wear anything else. Great watch and doesn't have to look "dazzling" as that is not what it was made for.
@ChaoTime101 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, comfortable and functional. Hard to beat.
@solidus19952 жыл бұрын
Found mine on a braclet for like 650 from an Afghan war vet. Had some minor cracking on the bezel and scratches all about. The clasp exploded on day 2 of ownership and I had to have some of the tritium tubes glues back on. All that aside I love its character even through its wear. I have mine on a rubber nato strap now and it makes the watch extremely comfortable.
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
I'll have to try a rubber NATO. That's cool that the watch has been through so much. Hope you put it through even more! Thanks!
@joshuaodyssey2 жыл бұрын
Great review! I also got one for myself. I would consider the rubber strap / nato style for everyday wear to improve the comfort. I agree it is a bit heavy and bulky but it adds to the toughness and a care-free wear. It keeps good time and it stands out from any other watch which is key for myself there is no watch that looks like this. I would love for it to be lighter and thinner but that would take away from the watch. Looks like it’s here to stay for myself also! I gotta say it’s the perfect everyday watch. The do anything go anywhere, carefree accurate time piece.
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm putting it on a NATO soon myself.
@morgan974752 жыл бұрын
Nice looking watch with great specs. Having been in the military, I can't see having something like this while in uniform. I always had digital watches - Casio, Timex, etc..... They were inexpensive, easy to read, & had a light. Also I didn't have to worry about beating it up.
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the perspective! Can't always trust marketing materials!
@bjsprogramming24442 жыл бұрын
Good review. In 2004 when I purchased my Submariner, not too many people complained about the stamped clasp.
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
Ha, how times have changed. I think it's an expected component now
@thetimebombardier2 жыл бұрын
nice review sir, I've been wanting a marathon for a while but have heard others having qc issues, still undecided LOL
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
I've heard the same. Luckily mine is still going strong!
@jamesblonde22712 жыл бұрын
Missed this, but turned on notifications, looking for the white 38 one of these, love the depth and brutality of this watch. Great review as always.
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Taking a little break right now because it's the end of the semester and I have grades and report cards to do. I'll be back soon!
@matthewjefferson6872 Жыл бұрын
I have one that I've been wearing for 12 years, no problems at all. It is an anchor. Mine has the ETA-2824A movement and was made in 2009
@ChaoTime101 Жыл бұрын
Nice. You've had that longer than I've been wearing watches!
@TheRaginghalfasian2 жыл бұрын
i recently got a JSAR and its my favorite watch, it seems indestructible.
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
Nice! Quartz is definitely more robust, especially to shock and vibration.
@P1_M1ND2 жыл бұрын
Your quartz watch stands no chance to an E-bomb or EMP attack
@TheRaginghalfasian2 жыл бұрын
@@P1_M1ND or molten lava
@paulcaskey7 ай бұрын
Nice review. Thanks for sharing.
@ChaoTime1017 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@johnnyscorpio505811 ай бұрын
Very good video. I like this watch for its purity of form and function. It’s one of my favorites. I hope to get the JDD Arctic soon.
@ChaoTime10111 ай бұрын
Totally agree. It’s functional first and the form follows the function. I kind of regret letting this one go.
@edwinthomas6182 жыл бұрын
great vid. I LOVE my 47mm JDD. I never will sell that beast.
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I think I have a keeper!
@crux31411 ай бұрын
Txs. Would you please review the Marathon GP Officer's Mechanical? Love your systematic approach to watch reviews.
@ChaoTime10111 ай бұрын
Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll add it to my list of things to look out for.
@danbrown78572 жыл бұрын
Excellent review!
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@matte21602 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love my Marathons
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
I'm wearing mine right now! An excellent watch.
@tomtanner30982 жыл бұрын
Great review Chao, Marathon GSAR with its milspec watches and tritium lume tubes is on my short list. So is the BB tudor chrono (new bicompax) inverse Panda; Would like to see the difference to the San Martin homage of the same watch in a review
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
The San Martin ginger of the gsar or the Tudor? I'm guessing the Tudor. I've been looking for a San Martin to review. That would be a good one! I'll jump on AliExpress and see what's available. I just wish I didn't have to pay import taxes!
@akhilr26062 жыл бұрын
Hi chow how good is visibility on a snowy day? I am considering a white dial but not sure which is the best for both winter and sunny days
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
Hi there. I've never had experience with this watch in the snow. I live in a very tropical environment. I think the tubes probably have best contrast against black backgrounds though.
@akhilr26062 жыл бұрын
@@ChaoTime101 thank you
@dankengine87882 жыл бұрын
What size wrist do you have. That watch fits your wrist perfectly. Its nice Marathon offers a watch for everyone with M and L and XL
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
6.5-7 inch, depending on my weight. Thanks! I agree, fits like a glove.
@dankengine87882 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reply! I have a 6.5 inch wrist myself. I prefer smaller watches because big watches snag on things example taking on/off a rucksack. I was leaning towards the MSAR but worried it was too small for my wrist. I'm tall and lanky at 6'1. Definitely think the GSAR would be a better fit.
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
@@dankengine8788 I think this would work perfectly for your proportions. If you're interested, I'd be willing to sell for a good price.
@krousseau5575 Жыл бұрын
The best of the best for the price!
@ChaoTime101 Жыл бұрын
I do find it hard to get something comparable for the price.
@gordonfreeman44912 жыл бұрын
It looks likes it scrathes easily?
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
It was a daily wear watch for a few years before I purchased it. Definitely seen some use!
@edwardgreenaway18082 жыл бұрын
I'll share and subscribe.
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated!
@gachachampion78952 жыл бұрын
The fucking Marathon watches are very expensive, they use ETA gearbox. The Luminox are affordable, all of them use Ronda gearbox.
@ChaoTime1012 жыл бұрын
Not many watches in their collection that interest me. I'll pay closer attention though and see if I can review one!