Marathon Watch manufactures Swiss-made, military-grade timepieces known for durability, precision, and the use of tritium illumination technology.
מאַראַטהאָן וואַך פֿירמע has been manufacturing precision timepieces since 1939. Renowned for its rigorous military specifications, the company produces Swiss-made watches designed for durability and accuracy in extreme environments. Marathon is particularly famous for its Search and Rescue (SAR) line, developed to Canadian and U.S. Government requirements, and its General Purpose Field watches (GPM), built to strict military standards.
Marathon watches feature high-quality components such as 316L surgical-grade stainless steel cases, sapphire crystals, and self-illuminating tritium gas tubes for constant visibility in low-light conditions. The brand combines military toughness with Swiss craftsmanship, with watches hand-assembled in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. As a family-owned and operated business, Marathon continues to provide reliable timekeeping instruments for professionals and enthusiasts worldwide.
לעצטע מאַנואַלן פֿון manuals+ אויסגעקליבן פֿאַר דעם בראַנד.
קוקט אויף סעטאַפּ, אינסטאַלאַציע און טראָובלעשווטינג ווידיאס פֿאַר דעם בראַנד.
געוויינטלעכע פראגעס וועגן מאַנואַלן, רעגיסטראַציע און שטיצע פֿאַר דעם בראַנד.
It is recommended to service your Marathon watch every four to six years to maintain precision performance and ensure the movement remains in top condition.
New Marathon watches come with a 2-year international warranty covering manufacturing defects. Registering your watch online can provide an additional third year of coverage.
To set the date, unscrew and pull the crown to position 3, then turn it clockwise. Caution: Do not adjust the date wheel between 9 PM and 3 AM as this may damage the movement.
Yes, most Marathon SAR models are rated for 30 ATM (300 meters/1000 feet). Ensure the crown is fully screwed down to maintain water resistance.
No, Marathon watches use self-contained tritium gas tubes generally on the hour markers and hands, which provide constant illumination without needing external light sources to charge.