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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsBremont The Meta Kronos

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
The Meta Kronos40mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
The Meta Kronos40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
The Meta Kronos30m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
The Meta Kronos$3,145

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
300m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$3,145

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What people say

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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic

The Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic is noted for its non-tritium dial option, though some owners prefer the 1-12 numeral layout found on other models. One owner found the 36mm size too small for their wrist. Overall, owners appreciate the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic for its non-tritium dial option.

Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

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