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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsGrand Seiko SBGA293

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Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MSRP $1,800
SBGA293
Grand SeikoSBGA293
MSRP $5,200

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic41mm
SBGA29340.2mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic40h
SBGA29372h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic300m
SBGA293100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic$1,800
SBGA293$5,200

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
40.2mm
Thickness
13mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$5,200

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGA293

Grand Seiko SBGA293 owners praise its light cream dial and exceptionally well-finished markers and hands. The Spring Drive movement is highlighted as a special feature, offering high accuracy and a blend of jewelry and technology, though the rotor can be audible. Some owners find the case size a concern for formal wear, while others consider it not particularly thick and appreciate the Spring Drive's unique horology, accuracy, and reliability. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA293 highly for its unique Spring Drive movement and refined dial and hand finishing.

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