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Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 36mm Automatic
MSRP $1,200
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
36mm
37mm
Thickness
13mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
45mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Miyota 82s5

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$428

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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.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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