For those who crave timepieces that boast both rugged functionality and a rich heritage, a new collaboration between Jeep and Marathon Watch is cause for celebration. The Jeep x Marathon collection, unveiled recently, pays homage to the storied histories of both brands while simultaneously offering modern features for today's adventurers.
A Meeting of the Minds: Jeep and Marathon Watch
The Jeep brand, synonymous with off-road capability and unwavering spirit, has long been a favorite among those who value durability and exploration. Marathon Watch, a Canadian company renowned for its military-grade timepieces, has provided reliable instruments for some of the world's most demanding professionals for over 40 years.
This new collection brings together these two legendary brands, resulting in a series of watches that are as at home on the battlefield as they are on the open road.
The Jeep x Marathon Collection: Four Watches Built for Adventure
The Jeep x Marathon collection comprises four distinct timepieces, each meticulously crafted to embody the essence of both brands. Let's delve deeper into these exceptional watches:
The Officer’s Series: A Modern Take on a Classic
The Officer’s Series pays tribute to the iconic World War II Marathon dials. This series features a sophisticated black face with aged-rhodium numerals for enhanced legibility in low-light conditions. The watch's case is constructed from 316L stainless steel, ensuring superior strength and corrosion resistance. A parkerized finish further reduces glare, making this watch ideal for even the most challenging environments.
The Officer’s Series is available in two compelling variations: a mechanical self-winding model and a quartz version. The mechanical model boasts a Swiss-made Sellita SW210-1 movement with 18 jewels, while the quartz model is powered by a highly reliable Swiss-made ETA F06.402 HeavyDrive-PreciDrive movement.
The Search and Rescue (SAR) Series: Built for Demanding Situations
The Search and Rescue (SAR) Series takes on a military-inspired aesthetic, seamlessly integrating design cues from both Jeep and Marathon Watch. Similar to the Officer’s Series, the SAR Series comes in automatic and quartz variations. Both models incorporate a distinctive “red line” indicator repurposed as a 15-minute countdown timer, a feature inspired by Jeep dashboard instruments.
For those requiring a professional-grade diving watch, the SAR Series delivers. Each SAR watch is equipped with a unidirectional 60-minute/120-click bezel and boasts impressive water resistance up to 300 meters. Tritium gas tubes and MaraGlo technology guarantee exceptional illumination of the dial and case, ensuring readability in even the most obscure conditions.
The automatic GSAR model is powered by a robust Swiss-made Sellita SW200-1 movement, while the quartz TSAR model is equipped with a dependable Swiss-made ETA F06.412 HeavyDrive-PreciDrive movement. Both models proudly showcase the Jeep seven-slot grille engraved on the side of the 316L stainless steel case, and the Willys star on the crown, solidifying the Jeep heritage.
A Legacy of Excellence: A Perfect Match
The Jeep x Marathon collection represents the culmination of two highly respected brands, each with a rich history of innovation and dedication. Jeep, since its inception in 1941, has produced a lineage of legendary off-road vehicles known for their uncompromising capability. Marathon Watch, since 1983, has been a trusted supplier of mission-critical timekeeping instruments for the military, law enforcement, and search and rescue professionals around the world.
The Jeep x Marathon collection seamlessly blends this مشتركة (mushtarika, meaning "shared") heritage into a collection of timepieces that are as stylish as they are functional.
A Timepiece for Every Adventure
Whether you're a history buff, a watch aficionado, or an outdoor enthusiast, the Jeep x Marathon collection offers a compelling selection of watches to suit your needs. With their rugged construction, With their rugged construction, exceptional functionality, and undeniable style, these timepieces are built to accompany you on your next adventure, wherever it may take you.
While the specific pricing for the Jeep x Marathon collection watches wasn't available on the press release from Stellantis, we can guess the following prices:
- General Purpose Officer’s Series (Quartz): $500
- General Purpose Officer’s Series (Mechanical): $650
- Search and Rescue Series (Quartz): $1,200
- Search and Rescue Series (Automatic): $1,500
It's important to note that these prices can vary depending on the retailer you purchase from.
