Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mmvsBaltic Aquascaphe Titanium

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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 OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm at true scale

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm

Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium at true scale

Aquascaphe Titanium

Diameter

41mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.5mm

lowest

47mm

Thickness

13mm

13mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$1,800

$788

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW220-1

Miyota 9039

Case

3 specs
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Lume
None
SuperLuminova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$788
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm

The Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm is noted for its high legibility, featuring large hour markers and a white dial with applied indices. A functional date magnifier is present. The watch utilizes a reliable Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement. One reviewer found the bracelet lacked refinement and preferred the rubber strap option. On balance, reviewers highlight the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm's strong legibility and functional design as its primary strengths.

Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium

The Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium is widely praised for its lightweight, brushed grade 5 titanium case, high-domed sapphire crystal, and modern, purpose-driven design. Owners and reviewers highlight its excellent finishing for the price point and a fully lumed ceramic bezel. Some find the 41mm size and wider bezel less vintage than earlier models, and one owner experienced a bezel detachment requiring a repair quote. Accuracy is noted as exceptionally good, with one owner reporting no issues over several years. The Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium is priced at EUR 710 (excl. taxes). On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium highly for its contemporary design and lightweight titanium build at a competitive price.

From video reviewers

The watch's comfortable fit for smaller wrists is a notable strength, with a 41mm case size and 47mm lug-to-lug fit. A potential weakness is the ceramic bezel's potential for wear and tear. Reviewers disagree on the watch's lume, with one reviewer mentioning it's not the brightest and the other not mentioning it at all.