Which has better water resistance, the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm or the Sinn 6068?

The Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Sinn 6068.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm or the Sinn 6068?

The Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Sinn 6068.

Side by side

Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mmvsSinn 6068

Q: Which is cheaper, the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm or the Sinn 6068?

At MSRP the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm is the cheaper of the two at $2,500, against $2,754 for the Sinn 6068 — a $254 gap before any retailer discounting.

Q: What movement does the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm run compared to the Sinn 6068?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm uses the Sellita SW220-1 and the Sinn 6068 uses the SW 300-1.

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm

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MSRP $2,500

Sinn 6068

6068

MSRP $2,754

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm46mm

606838.5mm

Power Reserve

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm40h

606838h

Water Resistance

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm300m

6068100m

MSRP

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm$2,500

6068$2,754

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

Underside

Lume

None

Luminescent

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW220-1

SW 300-1

Power Reserve

40h

38h

Complications

None

GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,500

$2,754

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm

The Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm is widely regarded as a rugged and legible timepiece, featuring a familiar geometric dial with MaraGlo lume and a white dial with applied hour markers that enhance legibility. Owners and reviewers note its 300-meter water resistance and the reliable Swiss-made Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement with improved shock protection. The watch is described as large, thick, and heavy, with some owners finding it comfortable on the wrist while others note its substantial presence, particularly at a table. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm for its rugged build and excellent legibility.

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Sinn 6068

Owners widely praise the Sinn 6068 for its clean aesthetic and compact size, fitting well under a dress cuff. One owner sold theirs due to insufficient wrist time. A user notes the GMT hand on the 6060 variant is not fully independent. Overall, owners rate the Sinn 6068 highly for its blend of classy and functional design suitable for everyday wear.

From video reviewers

The watch's 12-hour UTC function is a notable feature, allowing for the display of two time zones on a 12-hour basis. The watch's lume brightness is a weakness, with reviewers noting that the luminous paint on the hands and appliqués is not particularly strong. Reviewers disagree on the watch's overall appearance, with one reviewer mentioning a sleek appearance due to the polished stainless steel case, while the other reviewer does not provide a description of the watch's appearance.

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