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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsFerro Distinct 2

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
Distinct 2
FerroDistinct 2
MSRP $445

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
Distinct 244mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
Distinct 240h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
Distinct 250m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
Distinct 2$445

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
36mm
44mm
Thickness
13mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
50mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$445

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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.

Ferro Distinct 2

The Ferro Distinct 2 is noted for its well-polished finish and a screw-down crown for improved grip. One owner reports the flat sapphire crystal lacks anti-reflective coating and the dial has no lume. The watch is available with quartz Ronda, Miyota automatic, or ETA automatic movements and features a 100m water-resistant stainless steel case. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ferro Distinct 2's improved finishing and practical screw-down crown as key strengths.

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