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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsHalios Universa II

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
Universa II38mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
Universa II40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
Universa II100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
Universa II$995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
48mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (double-domed)
Dial Color
White
Gold

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Sellita SW300-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$995

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What people say

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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic

The Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic is noted for its non-tritium dial option, though some owners prefer the 1-12 numeral layout found on other models. One owner found the 36mm size too small for their wrist. Overall, owners appreciate the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic for its non-tritium dial option.

Halios Universa II

Owners widely praise the Halios Universa II for its applied indices, excellent finishing for the price, and comfortable 38mm dimensions. The integrated bracelet design with a satisfying micro-adjust clasp and case architecture are described as masterclasses. However, some find the bracelet clasp chunkier than the overall design, and the angular lug design is noted as not being for everyone. One owner reported unexpected pastel dial colors and a poor winding action. On balance, owners rate the Halios Universa II highly for its applied indices and excellent finishing at the price point.

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