Marathon 36mm Anthracite MSAR Diver's Auto Standard-Issue Type II WW194026BK-0130

The Marathon Anthracite SAR was first issued in 2018 for stealth during tactical night missions. Hand-assembled, with a durable black anti-reflective Ion-Plating (IP) armour on its 316L Stainless Steel case and movement.

Yet not all operators are built the same. The 36mm Anthracite MSAR has been added to the unit to accommodate smaller wrist sizes during tactical night ops.

The Marathon 36mm Anthracite MSAR Diver’s Auto Type II (ref. WW194026BK-0130) takes everything collectors love about the standard MSAR and gives it a stealth-focused tactical finish. Originally introduced in 2018 for military and night-operation use, the Anthracite series features a durable black anti-reflective ion-plated 316L stainless steel case designed to minimize visibility in low-light environments. The compact 36mm sizing makes it one of the most wearable watches in Marathon’s lineup, offering genuine military-spec capability without the oversized feel common in modern dive watches.

Powered by the Swiss Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement with Incabloc shock protection, the watch delivers dependable tool-watch performance alongside 300 meters of water resistance, a sapphire crystal, screw-down crown, and Marathon’s signature tritium gas tube illumination for constant visibility in total darkness. Unlike luxury divers that borrow military aesthetics for style, the Anthracite MSAR feels purpose-built and operational, with an industrial, no-frills character that appeals to collectors who value authenticity over polish.

Reference: WW194026BK-0130

Bracelet: Includes 3-Piece Rubber Strap Kit with Anthracite Hardware

Case: 36mm x 13mm Thickness x 43.5mm lug to lug - Stainless Steel finished in Anthracite

Water Resistance: 300m (30ATM)

Lug Width: 18mm

Movement: Anthracite Sellita SW220 with Incabloc Shock Absorber - Automatic

Dial: Black Dial - Tritium Gas Tubes and MaraGlo

Functions: HMS, Date

Box and Papers: Inner/outer boxes, and warranty card

Crystal: Sapphire

Bracelet size: 7.75"

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Marathon Watch Company has built a reputation as one of the most trusted military watch brands in the world. Founded in 1939, Marathon specializes in Swiss-made tool watches designed specifically for government and military use.

Unlike many luxury watch brands, Marathon focuses on function over flash. The brand has supplied U.S. and Allied forces with durable, high-performance timepieces for decades. Their watches are known for tritium gas tube illumination, allowing constant visibility in low-light conditions—no charging required.

Popular models like the Marathon GSAR (Government Search and Rescue) and TSAR (Tritium Search and Rescue) are built to withstand extreme environments, making them a go-to choice for divers, pilots, and professionals.

Today, Marathon continues to produce military-issued watches, combining Swiss craftsmanship, rugged durability, and tactical design. If you're searching for a reliable tool watch with real military heritage, Marathon stands in a class of its own.