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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsVaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

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Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic41mm
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic40h
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic300m
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic$1,800
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
13mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
43mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
40mm Solar

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$349

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What people say

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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic

The Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic is noted for its comfortable wearability on wrists under 7 inches, with one owner finding the 41mm size perfect. Accuracy observations vary, with one owner reporting a consistent +1 second per day and another noting -20 seconds per day. The watch features a Sellita automatic movement and has dimensions of 14mm thickness and a 48mm lug-to-lug. Overall, owners appreciate the Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic for its comfortable fit and Marathon's overall appeal.

Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

The Vaer Tactical Field is praised for its robust build, 100m water resistance, and a domed sapphire crystal with AR coating. Owners consistently highlight its exceptional, long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova lume and thin profile that wears well without snagging on sleeves. Some owners note the second hand may occasionally miss indicators due to hand-assembly, but consider it a minor issue for a watch that keeps perfect time. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its robust build and excellent lume at the price.

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