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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsHamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz
HamiltonJazzmaster Chrono Quartz
MSRP $1,075

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz42mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz$1,075

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
12.13mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
251.274
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$1,075

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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.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz for its excellent value, with some enthusiasts appreciating its unique styling. However, the open-heart design is a point of contention; some find it cluttered and prone to collecting dirt, while others report difficulty reading the time with it, particularly as eyesight declines. One owner notes the movement is not exceptional. On balance, owners consider the Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz a superb deal, with its value being the primary draw.

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