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Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm AutomaticvsHamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto

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Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MSRP $2,500
American Classic RailRoad Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto
MSRP $1,295

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic46mm
American Classic RailRoad Auto32mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic40h
American Classic RailRoad Auto43h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic300m
American Classic RailRoad Auto50m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic$2,500
American Classic RailRoad Auto$1,295

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
46mm
32mm
Thickness
13mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
16mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Beige

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
ETA 2681
Power Reserve
40h
43h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$1,295

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What people say

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Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic for its overbuilt toughness and industrial, instrument-like aesthetic, with some preferring the Arctic dial for legibility. One owner notes the automatic movement may be unnecessary for rough use compared to a quartz option. Reviewers mention the MaraGlo luminous paint and a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement. Some owners question its rising price and luxury positioning, with one reporting poor lume and movement performance. Overall, owners value the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic for its robust build and utilitarian design.

Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto as a versatile everyday watch, noting its stellar appearance on bracelet or strap and the desirable H-10 movement providing an 80-hour power reserve. The 40mm case, measuring 11.35mm thick with slightly turned-down lugs, contributes to a thinner perceived profile. It is offered for $430 shipped and includes a travel pouch.

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