Marathon 36mm Officer's Quartz w/ Date (GPQ-D) on Nylon DEFSTAN

Officer's Quartz Watch: Marathon 36mm Officer's Quartz w/ Date (GPQ-D) with Nylon DEFSTAN Strap

Marathon 36mm Officer's Quartz w/ Date (GPQ-D), also known as the Stainless Steel General Purpose Quartz (GPQ-SS) or Officer’s Field Watch Quartz (OFQ), is a classic officer's quartz watch built to meet U.S. Military Standard MIL-PRF-46374 G. Inspired by the original military timepiece from 1941, this 36mm case watch is robust and designed for both daily wear and use in extreme conditions.

Built for Extreme Conditions: Precision and Durability Combined

• Powered by a Swiss-made ETA High-Torque FØ6 quartz movement, featuring an EOL (End of Life) indicator to monitor battery life and ensure accurate timekeeping.
• Features 12-hour and 24-hour scales for easy reading of both standard and military time formats.
• Equipped with Tritium gas tubes for superior nighttime visibility, even in low-light conditions.
• Includes a date display to enhance functionality and practicality.

Rugged Protection Design

• Sapphire crystal offers exceptional scratch resistance and pressure durability, keeping the dial clear and protected.
• Fitted with a pressure crown, providing 5 ATM water resistance for reliable performance in harsh environments.
• Crafted from 316L stainless steel with a Parkerized finish, offering excellent durability and corrosion resistance.

A Fusion of Military Style and Modern Technology

• Complies with U.S. Military Standard MIL-PRF-46374 G, continuing the tradition of the 1960s GG-W-113 military specification.
• The clean design is made specifically for officers and infantry, able to meet a wide range of combat requirements.
• Offers all-day and nighttime visibility, ensuring precise timekeeping at any hour.

Professional Nylon DEFSTAN Strap

• Comes with a Nylon DEFSTAN strap that meets British Ministry of Defence standards, providing excellent strength and durability.
• The lightweight, breathable strap is ideal for long-term wear in tough environments.

Marathon: A Leader in Military Watches

Marathon Watch Company has been producing high-quality military watches since 1939. Based in Canada, all its watches are Swiss-made. Since 1941, Marathon has been supplying precision timepieces to the U.S. military and various NATO forces, becoming the standard for law enforcement and government agencies worldwide.

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