Which is cheaper, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

At MSRP the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $498, against $1,200 for the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic — a $702 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic wears larger at 40mm versus 36mm for the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic is rated to 300m versus 150m for the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic.

What movement does the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic run compared to the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic uses the Sellita SW220-1 and the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic uses the Miyota 8315.

Side by side

Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsWolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic

36mm-arctic-original-sar-w-date-on-3-piece-rubber-strap-kit-osar-d

MSRP $1,200

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

22-SWA-003-LR3-CAM

MSRP $498

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm

Skindiver WT Automatic40mm

Power Reserve

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h

Skindiver WT Automatic40h

Water Resistance

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m

Skindiver WT Automatic150m

MSRP

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200

Skindiver WT Automatic$498

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Dial Color

White

Steel

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW220-1

Miyota 8315

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,200

$498

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

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Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic for its attractive retro aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and good value, with many highlighting its striking green dial, box sapphire crystal, and well-executed Beads of Rice bracelet. Some reviewers note the Miyota 8315 movement is adjusted to ±15 seconds per day, and one owner found the steel bracelet's finishing did not match the watch as well as the rubber straps. A minority of owners express disappointment with the lume, bezel wobble, and a perceived lack of finishing refinement, with one reviewer ultimately not recommending the watch. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic highly for its vintage charm and comfortable bracelet at the price point.

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