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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsHenry Archer Nordsø

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
Nordsø
Henry ArcherNordsø
MSRP $4,999

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
Nordsø40mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
Nordsø40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
Nordsø200m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
Nordsø$4,999

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$4,999

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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.

Henry Archer Nordsø

Henry Archer Nordsø owners and reviewers widely praise its exceptional fit and finish for a sub-$500 watch, with its vibrant color use singled out as a strong point. Some find the blue hand against the green dial polarizing, and the hands are criticized as a design weakness. One reviewer notes the bezel knurling is slippery and lacks legibility for serious diving, though the 40mm size is comfortable and the Miyota 9039 movement offers good value. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Henry Archer Nordsø highly for its striking design and impressive build quality at its price point.

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