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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsZelos Comet 39

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Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Comet 39
ZelosComet 39
MSRP $2,499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic41mm
Comet 3939mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic40h
Comet 3940h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic300m
Comet 3950m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic$1,800
Comet 39$2,499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
39mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Tantalum LE

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$2,499

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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.

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its wearable 39mm size, thin profile under 10mm thanks to its manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement, and its captivating dial with a deep starburst effect. The winding action is described as a joy, and the watch is considered a stunner for its price, blending modern and vintage aesthetics. Some owners note frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner found the logo childlike, while another experienced strap-rubbing issues with the short lugs, which were resolved with a Milanese bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent value and striking dial design.

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