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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsVaer G2 Apocalypse GMT

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Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MSRP $1,800
G2 Apocalypse GMT
VaerG2 Apocalypse GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic41mm
G2 Apocalypse GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic40h
G2 Apocalypse GMT40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic300m
G2 Apocalypse GMT150m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic$1,800
G2 Apocalypse GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Steel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Ronda 515 GMT
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$399

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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 G2 Apocalypse GMT

Owners praise the Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT's well-executed proportions and smooth GMT bezel action. One owner reports quality control issues such as misaligned hands and dust under the crystal, attributing these to the sub-$500 price point. The watch features a caller-style quartz movement for quick-set date adjustment and its lume is functional, though noted as a step below other models. Overall, owners find the Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT offers good value for its price, despite potential quality control concerns.

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