“I work as a nurse and use this watch everyday. I replaced the band with a rubber silicone band I found on Amazon, so it would be easier to clean and sanitize at the end of my shift. This model has spring bars and drilled lugs, so strap changing was easy. With a 16mm lug width, you might find a very limited selection of strap or bracelet replacement options. If you're someone who likes to change watch bands, I suggest checking out what is available to you before committing to purchasing this watch.
The minute markers and numerals are very sharp making it easy to reference the time at a glance. It's pretty accurate losing about a second a week from my observation. I didn't use a time grapher or anything in that nature to check its accuracy. Just went off www.time.gov. The calendar date window between the 4 and 5 o'clock position preserves the symmetry of the watch face and its aesthetic. The date is also easily readable.
I have a 7.25 wrist and I think the watch still remains proportional to my wrist. On my wrist I'm about at the second to the last hole of the stock watch strap. The watch itself in my opinion is not too small nor too big, it's a perfect size for everyday use. However, it does sit a little higher on wrist but that's due to the additional space needed to accommodate the tritium tubes.
The tritium does glow well in the dark and can be easily referenced. If you're used to the Seiko LumiBrite or the Swiss C3 Superluminova, this watch will not glow as bright when compared to them, but it will out glow them throughout the night. Marc has a great Watch and Learn series on Youtube that explains this. I suggest watching that too prior to purchasing this watch.
If you're looking for a very simple time keeping solution that is robust and accurate, then I would highly recommend this watch. If you're looking for a larger version of a field watch, I would look into the fliegers as they have a very similar design concept and purposeful functionality but are relatively bigger such as the Laco's or even the Islander pilot watches. If you’re considering an alternate to this Marathon, consider checking out the Hamilton Khaki Field. If tritium is important, then look into the Traser, Bertucci or the Nite watch line up.”
“I love this watch. Perfect for an everyday watch. Very easy to read any time of the day or night. As was said in another review, the case size measurement includes the crown, so may be slightly smaller than anticipated, but suits any size wrist due to its styling.”
“Mark is an upstanding guy and he runs a credible online store for watches. This watch is good in every respect except I believe the band will Fray rapidly. For the amount Marathon charges their bands should be of higher quality otherwise I have no complaints. Thanks Mark and I'm glad you left Amazon!”
“This watch is 39mm to the stem so it was a little smaller than I though it would be. it's very well made and has a good feel when setting time and date. it's light, easy to read day or night and very comfortable. Sleeve's fit over it no problem. If you like form follows function and don't care about the image of a larger watch, this might be a good choice.”
“I had been researching Marathon watches all summer and found a better deal at Long Island Watch than from the manufacturer's site. I am very happy with my experience at Long Island Watch, and will be returning in the near future to fill my wish list ;)”
