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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsBell & Ross BR-X5 Iridescent

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Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MSRP $1,800
BR-X5 Iridescent
Bell & RossBR-X5 Iridescent
MSRP $9,709

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic41mm
BR-X5 Iridescent41mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic40h
BR-X5 Iridescent70 hoursh
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic300m
BR-X5 Iridescent100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic$1,800
BR-X5 Iridescent$9,709

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Thickness
13mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Indices
Applied
Applied indices
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
BR-CAL.323
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
70 hoursh
Jewels
25
Complications
None
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Power Reserve Indicator

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$9,709

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What people say

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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic

The Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic is noted for its comfortable wearability on wrists under 7 inches, with one owner finding the 41mm size perfect. Accuracy observations vary, with one owner reporting a consistent +1 second per day and another noting -20 seconds per day. The watch features a Sellita automatic movement and has dimensions of 14mm thickness and a 48mm lug-to-lug. Overall, owners appreciate the Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic for its comfortable fit and Marathon's overall appeal.

Bell & Ross BR-X5 Iridescent

The Bell & Ross BR-X5 Iridescent is praised for its vibrant, color-shifting dial that moves between blue, green, and violet hues, achieved through layered PVD coatings over a sunburst texture. Reviewers note the 41mm stainless steel case has a mix of polished and brushed finishes. The BR-CAL.323 automatic movement, manufactured by Kenissi, is COSC-certified and offers a 70-hour power reserve. Some owners find the dial's "epic summer vibe" a bit too flashy and express concern about long-term appeal, with the watch priced at $8,400 on a bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the striking iridescent dial as the Bell & Ross BR-X5 Iridescent's defining feature.

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