Marathon 36mm Officer's Mechanical (GPM) on Nylon DEFSTAN

Officer’s General Purpose Watch: Marathon 36mm Officer's Mechanical (GPM) with Nylon DEFSTAN Strap

The Marathon 36mm Officer's Mechanical (GPM), also known as the Stainless Steel General Purpose Mechanical (GPM-SS), is a classic officer's general-purpose watch inspired by the 1941 military prototype. It strictly adheres to U.S. military standard MIL-PRF-46374 G. This 36mm case watch is highly functional, making it ideal for both everyday wear and extreme conditions.

Durability and Precision: Designed for Extreme Conditions

• Powered by a Swiss-made Sellita SW210-1 mechanical movement with an Incabloc® shock absorber, ensuring precision timekeeping and protection from heavy impacts and vibrations.
• Features both standard time (1-12) and 24-hour scale (13-24) for easy time reading.
• Equipped with Tritium gas tubes and MaraGlo™ luminous technology, ensuring clear visibility even in low-light environments.

Exceptional Protective Features

• The sapphire crystal offers outstanding pressure resistance and scratch resistance, keeping the dial clear and durable—one of the best materials used in watches today.
• Features a push-in crown with 5 ATM water resistance, protecting the watch from water exposure.
• Constructed with a 316L surgical-grade stainless steel case, treated with a Parkerized finish for added toughness and durability.

A Combination of Military Style and Modern Technology

• Meets U.S. military standard MIL-PRF-46374 G, continuing the legacy of the 1960s GG-W-113 military specification.
• Designed for officers and infantry, able to withstand the demands of ground combat.
• Offers full nighttime visibility, ensuring precise timekeeping day and night.

Professional-Grade Nylon DEFSTAN Strap

• Comes with a Nylon DEFSTAN strap that meets British Ministry of Defence standards, offering excellent durability and strength.
• The strap is lightweight and breathable, ideal for extended wear in harsh environments.

Marathon: A Leader in Military Watchmaking

Marathon Watch Company, founded in 1939, has been dedicated to producing high-quality military watches. Based in Canada, all of its products are Swiss-made. Since 1941, Marathon has supplied precision timepieces to the U.S. military and NATO forces. Today, Marathon watches are standard issue for global law enforcement and government agencies.

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