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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsVaer Korean Field Solar

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
Korean Field Solar
VaerKorean Field Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
Korean Field Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
Korean Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
Korean Field Solar100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
Korean Field Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
43mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
USA 36mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$299

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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 Korean Field Solar

The Vaer Korean Field Solar is praised for its practical solar quartz movement, legible dial, and 36mm proportions. Reviewers note its utilitarian design inspired by 1950s A-17 timepieces and USA assembly for under $200. Accuracy is rated at -10/+20 seconds per month. One owner found the lume lacking and short-lived, while another reported issues with lug hole placement and flaking lume on a sibling model. A different owner in the line found the hour hand too long and the screw-down crown operation could be smoother. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Vaer Korean Field Solar for its accessible price point and practical solar quartz movement.

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