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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsVario 1918 Pilot

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
1918 Pilot
Vario1918 Pilot
MSRP $388

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
1918 Pilot40mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
1918 Pilot40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
1918 Pilot50m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
1918 Pilot$388

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
45mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Miyota 8N33
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$388

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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.

Vario 1918 Pilot

The Vario 1918 Pilot is praised for its classy, unique, and beautifully done vintage theme, especially its 45-degree tilted enamel dial and cathedral hands, offered at a bargain price. Owners note the Miyota 8N33 hand-wound movement with over 40 hours of power reserve and C3 lume. Some find the 40mm size a bit small for larger wrists, and the Vario logo is occasionally seen as out of place. The tilted dial is impractical for right-wrist wear, and one owner reported disappointment with the movement's loudness. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1918 Pilot well for its unique dial execution and vintage aesthetic at an accessible price point.

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