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

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OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm
MarathonOSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm
MSRP $1,800
Field Automatic
FormexField Automatic
MSRP $881

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm41mm
Field Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm40h
Field Automatic41h
Water Resistance
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm300m
Field Automatic150m
MSRP
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm$1,800
Field Automatic$881

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
46.6mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Ash Grey
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$881

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What people say

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

The Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm is noted for its highly legible white dial with applied hour markers and a functional date magnifier, emphasizing its tool-watch purpose. Its Swiss-made Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered reliable and serviceable. One reviewer found the bracelet lacked refinement and preferred the rubber strap option. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm for its excellent legibility and robust movement.

Formex Field Automatic

Owners widely praise the Formex Field Automatic for its lightweight, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment and its comfortable wearability, especially with quick-release straps and a carbon clasp. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's legibility and depth, with one noting the Petrol Blue's great color and subtle texture. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. The watch offers 150m water resistance and is seen as good value under $1000. Some owners desire a matching titanium bracelet and find the numeral typography less appealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its robust, comfortable titanium construction and functional dial design at its price point.

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