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Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mmvsSternglas Merion

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OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm
MarathonOSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm
MSRP $1,800
Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm41mm
Merion41mm
Power Reserve
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm40h
Merion41h
Water Resistance
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm300m
Merion200m
MSRP
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm$1,800
Merion$701

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Thickness
13mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Luminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Seiko TMI NH35
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$701

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Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm

The Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm is noted for its highly legible white dial with applied hour markers and a functional date magnifier, emphasizing its tool-watch purpose. Its Swiss-made Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered reliable and serviceable. One reviewer found the bracelet lacked refinement and preferred the rubber strap option. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm for its excellent legibility and robust movement.

Sternglas Merion

The value proposition of the Sternglas Merion is consistently praised by reviewers. Reviewers disagree on whether the Sternglas Merion is the best dive watch under €500.

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