Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsGlycine Men's Combat Sub Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0389

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic at true scale

Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic

Glycine Men's Combat Sub Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0389 at true scale

Men's Combat Sub Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0389

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.5mm

n/a

Thickness

13mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$1,800

$650

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW220-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$650
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Reviews

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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic for its comfortable wearability, with one owner noting it feels lightweight and wears perfectly on a sub-7-inch wrist. The watch is designed for legibility, featuring oversized hour markers as a tool watch. Accuracy observations vary, with one owner reporting a consistent +1 second per day, while another noted -20 seconds per day. The bracelet is described as lacking refinement, with no quick-release or toolless micro-adjustment. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic for its tool-watch legibility and comfortable wear, though some question its value at the current price point.

Glycine Men's Combat Sub Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0389

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0389 for its solid construction, comfortable wearability, and excellent value, particularly when found below $500. The bronze case and automatic movement are frequently highlighted as key features. One owner notes the lume lasts longer than a Seiko SKX007's, though the SKX007's hour indices were more visible after 15 minutes. After three years, one owner reports the watch has been a reliable workhorse, enduring aggressive wear and harsh conditions without issue. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0389 highly for its exceptional value and robust performance.

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