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Marathon Arctic OSAR 41mm AutomaticvsVaer Korean Field Solar

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Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 41mm Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Korean Field Solar
VaerKorean Field Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic41mm
Korean Field Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic40h
Korean Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic300m
Korean Field Solar100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 41mm Automatic$1,800
Korean Field Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
43mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
USA 36mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$299

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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.

Vaer Korean Field Solar

The Vaer Korean Field Solar is praised for its practical solar quartz movement, legible dial, and 36mm proportions. Reviewers note its utilitarian design inspired by 1950s A-17 timepieces and USA assembly for under $200. Accuracy is rated at -10/+20 seconds per month. One owner found the lume lacking and short-lived, while another reported issues with lug hole placement and flaking lume on a sibling model. A different owner in the line found the hour hand too long and the screw-down crown operation could be smoother. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Vaer Korean Field Solar for its accessible price point and practical solar quartz movement.

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