Which is cheaper, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic or the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION?

At MSRP the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $1,200, against $2,600 for the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION — a $1,400 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic or the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION wears larger at 39mm versus 36mm for the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic or the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic is rated to 300m versus 30m for the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic or the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION 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 ELEGANT COLLECTION?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic uses the Sellita SW220-1 and the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION uses the L891.5.

Side by side

Marathon Arctic OSAR 36mm AutomaticvsLongines LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION

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 LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION

L4.812.4.11.6

MSRP $2,600

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic36mm

LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm

Power Reserve

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic40h

LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION72h

Water Resistance

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic300m

LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION30m

MSRP

Arctic OSAR 36mm Automatic$1,200

LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW220-1

L891.5

Power Reserve

40h

72h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,200

$2,600

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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 ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its refined, classic design and slim, polished case, with reviewers highlighting its visual discretion and splendor through simplicity. Owners appreciate its versatile aesthetic, suitable for both formal and casual wear, and note the improved date window execution. The watch is powered by the anti-magnetic, 72-hour power reserve calibre L891.5. Some find the silver baton hands on white dials can be difficult to read, and a few feel the date complication detracts from its classic charm. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its elegant styling and value.

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