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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsGrand Seiko SBGD228

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Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MSRP $1,800
SBGD228
Grand SeikoSBGD228
MSRP $273,000

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic41mm
SBGD22844.5mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic40h
SBGD228192h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic300m
SBGD228100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic$1,800
SBGD228$273,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
44.5mm
Thickness
13mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
52mm
Lug Width
18mm
23mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Gold
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
9R01
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
192h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$273,000

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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 SBGD228

The Grand Seiko SBGD228 is a limited edition luxury watch featuring a rose gold case, a red mother-of-pearl dial with garnets and diamonds, and the 8-day Spring Drive Caliber 9R01, noted for its accuracy of ±10 seconds per month. Owners are divided on its aesthetic, with some finding it stunning and elegant, while others consider it too "bling" and gaudy, though all acknowledge it is eye-catching. On balance, owners and reviewers acknowledge the Grand Seiko SBGD228's striking and opulent design, supported by its exclusive movement and luxurious materials.

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