MARATHON SSNAV-D Steel Navigator with Date User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- MARATHON
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MARATHON SSNAV-D Steel Navigator with Date
Product Information
The SSNAV-D is a Steel Navigator watch with a date function, Swiss-made, and Canadian-designed. It has a 41mm case diameter, 11mm case thickness, and 48mm lug to lug distance. The watch case is made of 316L stainless steel with a bi- directional bezel and drilled lug width. It has tritium gas tubes for constant illumination in low-light situations and is water-resistant up to 100 meters or 300 feet. The SSNAV-D has a low-power consumption movement with over 4+ year battery life and an EOL display. It is hand-assembled in La Chaux-de- Fonds, Switzerland, and uses a 3 jewel ETA F06.412 HeavyDrivePreciDrive quartz movement.
Product Usage Instructions
Cleaning:
Clean the watch regularly using rubbing alcohol, a toothbrush, and a
microfiber cloth to maintain its appearance.
Service:
Regular servicing every four to six years will help keep the movement
running with Marathon-level precision. For servicing requests, contact the
Marathon team directly at
service@marathonwatch.com
Setting the Time:
- Unscrew and pull the crown from position 1 to position 4.
- Turn the crown clockwise to adjust the time.
- Ensure correct AM/PM settings so that the date wheel changes at midnight and not mid-day.
Setting the Date:
- Unscrew and pull the crown from position 1 to position 3.
- Turn the crown clockwise to change the date.
Swimming:
Once the crown of the watch is fully secured, the SSNAV-D Watch is rated for
10ATM and is water-resistant up to a depth of 100 meters (300 feet). Swim with
confidence.
Battery Life:
The SSNAV-D has over 4+ year battery life. When the battery needs replacement,
the seconds hand advances in 4-second increments, and an EOL display appears.
General:
- Always set the watch forward during daylight-saving events to prevent undue stress on the movement.
- Clean the watch often using rubbing alcohol, a toothbrush, and a microfiber cloth.
- Service the watch regularly every four to six years.
- Swim with confidence once the crown is fully secured.
For detailed specs, reviews and additional information about the SSNAV-D
watch, scan the QR code or visit our website online.
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41MM STEEL NAVIGATOR W/ DATE
The original Steel Navigator was developed in partnership with Kelly Air Force
Base in 1986 under NSN: 6645-01-150-8115. Marathon has now re-engineered
Navigator in Steel under NSN: 6645-01-698-4275 with improvements to the
function, features, accuracy, and durability.
The Steel Navigator w/ Date features: Enhanced tapering of lug for a more comfortable fit; Bezel size increased for improved grip with flight gloves and inset-painted indices for better legibility; Sapphire crystal for increased altitude rating, scratch resistance, and clarity; ETA F06.412 High-Torque Quartz movement for unmatched accuracy with date complication – a first, for any Steel Navigator.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Case Diameter: 41mm
- Case Thickness: 11mm
- Lug to Lug: 48mm
- Drilled Lug Width: 20mm
- Case: 316L Stainless Steel
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
- Movement: ETA F06.412 HeavyDrive-PreciDrive Quartz
- Number of Jewels: 3
- Accuracy: ± 10 s/year
- Calendar: Date
- Luminous Features: Tritium Gas Tubes
- Crystal Type: Sapphire
- Crown Type: Screw-Down
- Bezel Type: Bi-Directional
- Bezel Scale: 12 Hour
- Scale Quantity: 2
- Scale Range: 1 – 12 (13 – 24)
- Submergibility: 10 ATM – 100 meters (300 feet)
TRITIUM GAS TUBES
The SSNAV-D uses self-contained tritium gas tubes to ensure constant
visibility in low light situations. A gas tube is placed on each hour marker
and hand. These tubes are self-illuminating and contain an isotope of
hydrogen, that will not dull down over time like photo-luminescent paint.
WATER RESISTANCE
The SSNAV-D is made from 316L surgical-grade stainless-steel with a screw-down
crown and a synthetic sapphire crystal that allow it to operate while
submerged down to 100 meters or 300 feet underwater.
EXTENDED BATTERY LIFE
The SSNAV-D is equipped with a low-power consumption movement, with an EOL
(End-of-Life) display, whereby the seconds hand advances in 4 second
increments when the battery needs a replacement.
SWISS CRAFTMANSHIP
Inside the SSNAV-D is a Swiss-made, 3 jewel, ETA F06.412 HeavyDrive-
PreciDrive, quartz movement. These watches are hand-assembled in La Chaux-de-
Fonds, Switzerland and guarantee the highest level of craftsmanship and
accuracy.
GENERAL OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
-
Clean watch often.
Clean regularly using rubbing alcohol, a toothbrush and a microfibre cloth. -
Service regularly.
Regular servicing every four to six years will help to keep your movement running with Marathon-level precision. For servicing requests, contact our team directly at service@marathonwatch.com -
Always set it forward.
During events such as daylight-savings, you might be inclined to wind your watch back an hour, however this can put undue stress on the movement of your watch. Always move the hands forward to reach your desired time setting. -
Swim with confidence.
Once the crown of the watch is fully secured our SSNAV-D Watch is rated for 10ATM and are water resistant to a depth of 100 meters (300 feet).
SETTING THE TIME
- Unscrew and pull the crown from position 1 to position 4.
- Turn the crown clockwise to adjust the time.
- Ensure correct AM/PM settings so that the date wheel changes at midnight and not mid-day.
SETTING THE DATE
- Unscrew and pull the crown from position 1 to position 3.
- Turn the crown clockwise to change the date.
CAUTION: Do not adjust the date wheel between 9pm and 3am as this may damage the watch movement.
LOCKING THE CROWN
From position 2, push the crown into position 1 and rotate clockwise to lock
the crown back into place.
BI-DIRECTIONAL 12-HOUR GMT BEZEL
The SSNAV-D comes with a 12 hour GMT bezel which allows for easy tracking of
time in two different time zones.
Rotate your bezel to align the 12 o’clock bezel marker to local time-zone
offset. Read the watch as normal for home time, and off the bezel for local
time.
WARRANTY & SUPPORT
Every newly purchased Marathon Watch comes with an International warranty
covering the timepiece for any manufacturing defects within the first two-
years of its life.
Our expert team at service@marathonwatch.com is dedicated to making sure your
timepiece is running in tip-top shape.
Marathon Watch Company Ltd. warrants this item to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use in accordance with care and usage instructions for 2 years from date of purchase from an authorized distributor. This warranty excludes damage from misuse, abuse, or any irregular application. If we confirm a defect, we will repair or replace it with the same item or one of similar value and return it to you at no-charge.
Marathon Watch has remained family owned and operated since our founding in
1939. This watch has been hand assembled by our team with the utmost
craftsmanship and care.
Mitchell Wein
Mitchell Wein,
President
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