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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
36mm
40.5mm
Thickness
13mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
48.6mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
9S66
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$6,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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