Timex Marlin Automatic 40mm vs Timex Expedition 39mm Fabric Strap
Timex Marlin Automatic 40mm ($229) vs Timex Expedition 39mm Fabric Strap ($91) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right quartz.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Timex Marlin Automatic 40mm | Timex Expedition 39mm Fabric Strap |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229 | $91 |
| Weight | 83g | 32.1g |
| Movement | Miyota 8215 Auto | — |
| Case | 40mm brass | 39 mm, 10.5 mm high |
| Crystal | Acrylic dome | — |
| Lug Width | 20mm | — |
| WR | 30m | — |
| Profile | 10.5mm thin | — |
| Material | — | Resin case, fabric strap |
| Water resistance | — | 100 m |
| Weight | — | 32.1g (Timex published) |
Pros & Cons
Timex Marlin Automatic 40mm
- Gorgeous mid-century aesthetic
- Domed acrylic crystal
- Slim 10.5mm profile
- Versatile
- Under $250
- 30m WR only — no swimming
- Brass case can scratch
- Miyota 8215 no hand-hacking
Timex Expedition 39mm Fabric Strap
- Light at 32.1 g
- Fabric strap
- 100 m water resistance
- Resin case
- Fabric strap wears faster than metal
Timex Expedition 39mm Fabric Strap is the better value at $91. Both are part of our curated quartz index — tap through to check current pricing.
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