The Watch Guide

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Marathon General Purpose Quartz

Marathon

General Purpose Quartz

This is a mil-spec watch available through official government supply chains. It is designed to be a reliable, no-nonsense timepiece for military personnel.

Brand
Marathon
Movement
Quartz
Case size
34mm
Category
Field Watches

Our reviews of the Marathon General Purpose Quartz

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