Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsGlycine Combat Sub

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic at true scale

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic

Glycine Combat Sub at true scale

Combat Sub

Diameter

36mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.5mm

n/a

Thickness

13mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$1,200

$515

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW220-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$515
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic for its tough, reliable feel and looks, with tritium tubes considered an exotic plus for visibility. The 36mm size is noted as a budget-conscious choice for smaller wrists, fitting well on sub-7-inch wrists, though one owner found the size too small and another is still getting used to it. The watch is described as a purpose-built tool watch, not designed for versatility with suits, but rather for singular focus on usefulness and durability. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic highly for its durable tool-watch nature and useful tritium illumination.

Glycine Combat Sub

The Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0189 is praised for its wearability on smaller wrists, attributed to its thin 10.4mm case and inward-bending lugs. Owners report its lume lasts longer than a Seiko SKX007's, though one notes the 6 o'clock lume appears slightly underapplied. The watch is noted for its sharp looks and solid build, with one owner wishing the bezel pip had a triangle. The Glycine Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0189 is available at significant discounts, often found around $300-$330. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0189 highly for its comfortable wearability and value proposition at its discounted price point.