Timex Marlin Automatic 40mm vs Timex IRONMAN Original 30 Shock
Timex Marlin Automatic 40mm ($229) vs Timex IRONMAN Original 30 Shock ($97) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right quartz.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Timex Marlin Automatic 40mm | Timex IRONMAN Original 30 Shock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229 | $97 |
| Weight | 83g | 53.7g |
| Movement | Miyota 8215 Auto | — |
| Case | 40mm brass | 42 mm |
| Crystal | Acrylic dome | — |
| Lug Width | 20mm | — |
| WR | 30m | — |
| Profile | 10.5mm thin | — |
| Material | — | Resin case and band |
| Water resistance | — | 200 m |
| Weight | — | 53.7g (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 IRONMAN Original 30 Shock
- 200 m water resistance
- Resin construction
- 53.7 g watch weight
- Digital display only
- Heavier than the Classic 30
Timex IRONMAN Original 30 Shock is the better value at $97. Both are part of our curated quartz index — tap through to check current pricing.
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