Marathon 36mm Official USAF™ Officer's Watch with Date (GPQ)

Legend of the Battlefield Elite: Swiss-Made Stainless Steel Official USAF™ Officer's Watch

The MARATHON 36mm Official USAF™ Officer's Watch with Date (GPQ) features a Swiss-made 3-Jewel ETA High-Torque FØ6 precision quartz movement, equipped with an EOL indicator to monitor battery life. The USAF™ General Purpose Field Watch is crafted to stringent military standards, creating a timepiece that combines both functionality and aesthetic appeal. It is made from highly impact-resistant 316L surgical grade stainless steel and has a 5ATM water resistance rating.

Product Features

Precision and Durability, Superior Quality

• Swiss-made 3-Jewel ETA High-Torque FØ6 precision quartz movement, ensuring accurate timekeeping.
• Equipped with an EOL battery life monitoring indicator, keeping you informed about the battery status.
• Compliant with NATO stock number and MIL-PRF-46374G military specifications, showcasing authentic military style.

High-Quality Materials

• 316L surgical grade stainless steel case, highly impact-resistant and corrosion-resistant.
• Sapphire crystal glass face, offering high scratch resistance and clear readability.
• Parkerized case finish, enhancing durability and protective performance.

Professional Luminous Function

• Self-illuminating tritium gas tubes placed on the hour markers and hour/minute hands, ensuring excellent readability in low-light environments.
• Tritium gas tubes are self-illuminating and do not fade over time like luminous paint, guaranteeing long-lasting clarity.

Water Resistance and Durability

• 5ATM water resistance, suitable for daily life waterproofing needs.
• Durable pressure crown design, ensuring sealing and water resistance.

Size and Design

• Case diameter of 39mm and thickness of 11mm, suitable for various wrist sizes.
• Lug width of 16mm, ensuring comfortable and secure wearing.
  
  

The Significance of the USAF™ Wings Logo

• Outspread Wings: Symbolizes the aerial power, speed, and agility of the United States Air Force, representing the dedication of Air Force personnel to protect the nation and execute air missions.
• Center Star: Represents the core values of the Air Force—integrity, service, and excellence—symbolizing the honor and dedication of Air Force members.
• Five Branches (Lines Surrounding the Star): Symbolizes the five major mission areas of the Air Force: air superiority, global strike, rapid global mobility, command and control, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance.
• Shield Shape: The entire logo resembles a shield, symbolizing protection and defense.
• Symbol of a New Era: The USAF wings logo was redesigned in 2004 to mark the new era of the United States Air Force entering the 21st century. This new design is not only a continuation of past honors but also a projection of future technological advancements and missions, reflecting the flexibility and diversity of the Air Force in performing missions worldwide.

Marathon Watch Company: Craftsmanship in Military Watchmaking

Founded in 1939 and headquartered in Canada, Marathon Watch Company produces all its watches in Switzerland. Since 1941, Marathon has been supplying precise timepieces to the US military and various NATO forces. It has become the standard equipment for the US Army, Navy (USN), Marine Corps (USMC), NASA, Canadian Armed Forces, and numerous law enforcement and government agencies worldwide. As the only active military watch contractor for the US government, Marathon combines military durability with Swiss engineering and craftsmanship to ensure the highest levels of quality, precision, and reliability.