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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsFormex Essence Leggera FortyOne

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Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Essence Leggera FortyOne
FormexEssence Leggera FortyOne
MSRP $2,520

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic41mm
Essence Leggera FortyOne41mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic40h
Essence Leggera FortyOne41h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic300m
Essence Leggera FortyOne100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic$1,800
Essence Leggera FortyOne$2,520

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Thickness
13mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
46.4mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Carbon
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
White
Space Glacier
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$2,520

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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.

Formex Essence Leggera FortyOne

The Formex Essence Leggera FortyOne is lauded for its exceptional comfort, stemming from its ultra-light forged carbon and ceramic construction, short lugs, and signature suspension system. Reviewers highlight the chronometer-certified Sellita SW200-1 movement and the compelling price point. Criticisms include a clasp that is considered too thick and lug holes that are too close for generic straps, limiting versatility for some. The push-pull crown design is noted as a potential drawback despite 100m water resistance. On balance, reviewers find the Formex Essence Leggera FortyOne a highly comfortable and well-specced watch for its price, particularly appreciating its lightweight construction.

From video reviewers

The watch's carbon fiber construction is praised for its durability and resistance to scratches. The lug-to-lug fit is slightly on the larger side, which may not suit those with smaller wrists.

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