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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsVaer R1 Racing Chronograph

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Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MSRP $1,800
R1 Racing Chronograph
VaerR1 Racing Chronograph
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic41mm
R1 Racing Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic40h
R1 Racing Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic300m
R1 Racing Chronograph100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic$1,800
R1 Racing Chronograph$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Cream

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$499

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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 R1 Racing Chronograph

The Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph is widely praised for its beautiful cream dial, which some describe as champagne-like, and its luxurious case finishing for the price. Owners appreciate its well-proportioned design, pleasing dial with well-chosen font weights, and retro feel, with one noting it remains a favorite in their rotation and has easy band swapping. The watch features a 38mm cushion case, a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement, 100m water resistance, and American assembly. One owner noted the 42mm size wears small for a larger wrist, and the "ghost" crown position is mentioned. It includes two signed-buckle straps and a domed sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph highly for its vintage-inspired aesthetic and value.

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