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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsCitizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC

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Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC
CitizenSeries 8 880 GMT Black DLC
MSRP $1,995

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic41mm
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC41mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic40h
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC50h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic300m
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic$1,800
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC$1,995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
11mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
White
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
9054
Power Reserve
40h
50h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$1,995

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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.

Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC

Owners and reviewers praise the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC for its robust build, original angular design, and textured dial reminiscent of Tokyo skyscrapers. The flyer GMT complication, 100m water resistance, and integrated bracelet are highlighted as strong travel watch features. Some owners find the 40mm or 41mm case size well-weighted and magical, while others note it might be a tad bulky. Criticisms consistently point to the pin-and-collar bracelet system and the lack of micro-adjustment, with one owner finding minute indices less clear. The price is considered fair, ranging from EUR 1,195 to $1,695. Overall, the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC is regarded as a strong debut with a sensible design for travelers and those appreciating its aesthetic.

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