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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsSpinnaker Hull Commander

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
Hull Commander
SpinnakerHull Commander
MSRP $520

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
Hull Commander42mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
Hull Commander40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
Hull Commander300m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
Hull Commander$520

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
TIGER EYE

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$520

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Spinnaker Hull Commander

The Spinnaker Hull Commander is widely praised by owners for its excellent build quality and finishing relative to its sub-$200 price point. Some owners note that watches in the Hull line can be thick. One owner flags that the big date complication on the Chronograph variant is partially obscured by the chronograph hand, and the included leather strap is unsuitable for a 100M water-resistant watch. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull Commander highly for its exceptional value and robust construction at its price.

From video reviewers

The unique, naturally patterned dial is a significant aesthetic draw. The 42mm case diameter and 50mm lug-to-lug measurement may be large for smaller wrists.

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