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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsZelos Helmsman 3

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Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Helmsman 3
ZelosHelmsman 3
MSRP $529

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic41mm
Helmsman 340mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic40h
Helmsman 340h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic300m
Helmsman 3200m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic$1,800
Helmsman 3$529

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
40mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
SS - Frost

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$529

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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 Helmsman 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its exceptional finishing and polishing on the titanium case, with some noting it feels nicer than previous models. The unique Titanium Crystalline Dial and Damascus Titanium dial are frequently highlighted as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning features, especially considering the price point. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is described as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Lume is also noted as great, with lumed crowns being a positive observation. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy with sharp edges, making it uncertain as a daily driver for some. The meteorite bezel is seen by one owner as not adding significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching were considered to detract from the watch's appearance.

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