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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsSeiko Monster

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
Monster
SeikoMonster
MSRP $550

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
Monster42.4mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
Monster41h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
Monster200m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
Monster$550

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
42.4mm
Thickness
13mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
49.4mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
4R36
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$550

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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.

Seiko Monster

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent value, robust build, and superb lume, with many noting its comfortable wearability. Reviewers consistently highlight its impressive finishing and classic dive watch design, often comparing it favorably to older models. Some owners find the size substantial, with one noting it as big, thick, and heavy on a 6.5-inch wrist, while others find it perfect. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its exceptional value and robust, classic dive watch design.

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