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Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mmvsSeiko Essentials Solar

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OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm
MarathonOSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm
MSRP $1,800
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm41mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm40h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm300m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 41mm$1,800
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
30.5mm
Thickness
13mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
18mm
12mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
V115
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$375

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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.

Seiko Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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