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Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm AutomaticvsBoldr The Boys

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Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MSRP $2,500
The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic46mm
The Boys38mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic40h
The Boys40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic300m
The Boys200m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic$2,500
The Boys$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Tool
Diameter
46mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
44mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Seiko NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$299

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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.

Boldr The Boys

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

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