Which is cheaper, the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm or the Phoibos Wave Master GMT?

At MSRP the Phoibos Wave Master GMT is the cheaper of the two at $399, against $1,800 for the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm — a $1,401 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm or the Phoibos Wave Master GMT?

The Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm wears larger at 41mm versus 39.5mm for the Phoibos Wave Master GMT — a 1.5mm difference across the dial.

What movement does the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm run compared to the Phoibos Wave Master GMT?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm uses the Sellita SW220-1 and the Phoibos Wave Master GMT uses the SII NH34.

Side by side

Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mmvsPhoibos Wave Master GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

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

41mm-original-sar-w-date-osar-d

MSRP $1,800

Phoibos Wave Master GMT

phoibos-wave-master-gmt-200m-automatic-diver-watch-py049c-black

MSRP $399

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm41mm

Wave Master GMT39.5mm

Power Reserve

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm40h

Wave Master GMT40h

Water Resistance

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm300m

Wave Master GMT200m

MSRP

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm$1,800

Wave Master GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW220-1

SII NH34

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,800

$399

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm vs Phoibos Wave Master GMT gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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 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.

Fratello

A Blog to Watch

Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

WatchUSeek

Keep exploring