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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsPhoibos Apollo

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
Apollo39mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
Apollo40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
Apollo200m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$460

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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.

Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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