Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsUnimatic Modello Cinque

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic at true scale

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic

Unimatic Modello Cinque at true scale

Modello Cinque

Diameter

36mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.5mm

n/a

Thickness

13mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$1,200

lowest

$1,280

Movement

Sellita SW220-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Thickness
13mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
0h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$1,280
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic for its tough, reliable feel and looks, with tritium tubes considered an exotic plus for visibility. The 36mm size is noted as a budget-conscious choice for smaller wrists, fitting well on sub-7-inch wrists, though one owner found the size too small and another is still getting used to it. The watch is described as a purpose-built tool watch, not designed for versatility with suits, but rather for singular focus on usefulness and durability. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic highly for its durable tool-watch nature and useful tritium illumination.

Unimatic Modello Cinque

The Unimatic Modello Cinque is widely praised for its comfortable 36mm case and exceptionally clean finishing, with owners noting it appears flawless even under magnification. Reviewers highlight the impressive brightness and longevity of its new Unilight 3D luminous markers, and the DLC-coated steel case is noted for its scratch resistance. Some owners find the small text on the dial difficult to read, and one reviewer points out an inconsistent color match between the dial markers and handset lume. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting ±12 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Unimatic Modello Cinque highly for its comfortable wearability and refined finishing at its price point.