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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsChristopher Ward The Twelve

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Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MSRP $1,800
The Twelve
Christopher WardThe Twelve
MSRP $1,495

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic41mm
The Twelve40mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic40h
The Twelve38h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic300m
The Twelve100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic$1,800
The Twelve$1,495

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
44.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
25mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
White
Midnight Sun
Lume
None
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
SW200
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$1,495

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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.

Christopher Ward The Twelve

Christopher Ward The Twelve is widely praised for its excellent value, comfortable and thin titanium case, and COSC-certified movements. Owners and reviewers highlight the lightweight feel and attractive finishing. However, some find the dial design lacks originality, and one owner noted sharp edges on bracelet links and unfinished clasp interiors, leading to a return. The skeletonized dial on The Twelve X, while a selling point, can impact legibility, and the case chamfers may be prone to dings. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve highly for its comfortable titanium construction and strong value proposition.

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