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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsVaer Calendar Field

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
Calendar Field
VaerCalendar Field
MSRP $189

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
Calendar Field36mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
Calendar Field40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
Calendar Field100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
Calendar Field$189

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Thickness
13mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
43mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$189

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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.

Vaer Calendar Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Calendar Field for its excellent value, citing its clean WWII-inspired dial, thin 8.5mm to 9.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The dial and hand design are consistently highlighted as phenomenal, with case finishing described as next-level for the price, featuring nice brushing. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers, and the stock silicone strap attracts lint. One owner found the lume only serviceable and wished the date window was brighter. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its exceptional dial design and case finishing at its price point.

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