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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsNorqain Independence Skeleton 42mm

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
Independence Skeleton 42mm
NorqainIndependence Skeleton 42mm
MSRP $6,091

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
Independence Skeleton 42mm42mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
Independence Skeleton 42mm38h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
Independence Skeleton 42mm100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
Independence Skeleton 42mm$6,091

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Skeleton
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
48.75mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Skeleton
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
NORQAIN NN08S
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Complications
None
Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$6,091

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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.

Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm

The Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm is praised for its wearable 42mm case with downward-curving lugs, offering a comfortable fit. Reviewers highlight the COSC-certified Norqain 8K caliber movement for its smooth column-wheel chronograph actuation and a 62-hour power reserve. The skeletonized dial, designed to evoke a mountain landscape, is noted as a unique design element that may not appeal to all and could detract from its utility as a pure tool watch. Overall, reviewers find the Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm offers a compelling value proposition due to its movement and comfortable wearability.

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