Which is cheaper, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic or the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC?

At MSRP the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $1,200, against $2,700 for the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC — a $1,500 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic or the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC?

The Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC wears larger at 40mm versus 36mm for the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic or the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC?

The Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic is rated to 300m versus 30m for the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic or the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC?

The Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic.

What movement does the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic run compared to the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic uses the Sellita SW220-1 and the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC uses the L888.5.

Side by side

Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsLongines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic

36mm-arctic-original-sar-w-date-on-3-piece-rubber-strap-kit-osar-d

MSRP $1,200

Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

L4.984.3.08.7

MSRP $2,700

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm

FLAGSHIP CLASSIC40mm

Power Reserve

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h

FLAGSHIP CLASSIC72h

Water Resistance

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m

FLAGSHIP CLASSIC30m

MSRP

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200

FLAGSHIP CLASSIC$2,700

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

Underside

Dial Color

White

Brown

Indices

Applied

Diamond indexes

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW220-1

L888.5

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

25,200 vph

Power Reserve

40h

72h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,200

$2,700

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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.

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Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

Owners praise the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC as a beautiful, classy dress watch with deep brand heritage, suitable for special occasions. One owner noted the stock strap appears narrow due to the lug design, making spring bars visible. The Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC reissue is considered a fantastic deal at $700, especially after a recent official Longines service and dial replacement, presenting it as a like-new watch. However, its lack of patina may disappoint collectors who value "character" from wear and scratches. Overall, owners rate the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC highly for its aesthetic appeal and value proposition.

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