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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsNorqain Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple
NorqainIndependence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple
MSRP $9,323

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple42mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple62h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple$9,323

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
49.8mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Skeleton
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
NORQAIN 8K Manufacture Calibre
Power Reserve
40h
62h
Complications
None
Chronograph, Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$9,323

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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.

Norqain Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple

The Norqain Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple is praised for its comfortable titanium case and rubber strap, COSC-certified movement with a 62-hour power reserve, and flyback chronograph functionality. Reviewers note the skeletonized dial's artistic, nature-inspired design and bold purple luminous details. However, the dial's asymmetry and the watch's bold color and personality may limit its appeal as a daily wear for some, and criticism exists regarding the use of a third-party movement. On balance, reviewers find the Norqain Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple a fun, comfortable, and legible watch with a modern aesthetic.

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