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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsTudor Black Bay GMT S&G

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
Black Bay GMT S&G
TudorBlack Bay GMT S&G
MSRP $5,825

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
Black Bay GMT S&G41mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
Black Bay GMT S&G70h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
Black Bay GMT S&G200m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
Black Bay GMT S&G$5,825

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
36mm
41mm
Thickness
13mm
14.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished + Satin
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Engraved

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
MT5652
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
70h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$5,825

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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.

Tudor Black Bay GMT S&G

Owners widely praise the Tudor Black Bay GMT S&G for its muted gold tone and cohesive design, with reviewers noting its value proposition around $5,000-$5,300, powered by an in-house GMT movement. Some owners find the 41mm case and weight make it feel large on the wrist, while reviewers are split on wearability and the execution of the "Root Beer" aesthetic. Concerns are raised about the aluminum bezel insert and initial wear on the gold plating at its price point, though some see the gold-capped bracelet and crown as understandable compromises. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay GMT S&G highly for its unique aesthetic and strong value, with the cohesive design and GMT functionality being key draws.

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