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Oris ProPilot Desert EditionvsMarathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

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ProPilot Desert Edition
OrisProPilot Desert Edition
MSRP $3,500
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MSRP $1,300

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ProPilot Desert Edition41mm
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto41mm
Power Reserve
ProPilot Desert Edition41 hoursh
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto40h
Water Resistance
ProPilot Desert Edition100m
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto60m
MSRP
ProPilot Desert Edition$3,500
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto$1,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
60m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Brown
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
733-1
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
41 hoursh
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,500
$1,300

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What people say

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Oris ProPilot Desert Edition

Owners report strap size may be a concern for wrists 8.25 inches and larger. Reviewers note the Oris ProPilot Desert Edition offers a more engaging dial with cool clasp design, though case and bracelet finishing is not considered the absolute highest standard for its price segment, and end link integration appears clumsy. The watch features a beige dial with orange and white accents, a carbon and steel case with PVD coating, and is powered by the Oris Calibre 733 movement with a 41-hour power reserve, priced at CHF 2,850. Overall, reviewers find the Oris ProPilot Desert Edition to be a distinct and fun sports watch, with the engaging dials and original clasp design being key highlights.

Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto is praised for its high-accuracy quartz movement, with owners noting its comfort and reliable performance. Reviewers highlight its functional tool-watch appeal, featuring a sandblasted steel case, tritium tubes for constant low-light visibility, and 100-meter water resistance. One owner finds the 41mm case runs a bit small. The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto utilizes an ETA F06.412 quartz movement with a claimed accuracy of +/- 10 seconds per year and includes a GMT bidirectional bezel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto highly for its comfortable wear and dependable, high-accuracy quartz movement.

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