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Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm AutomaticvsBorealis Watch Co. Sintra

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Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MSRP $2,500
Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic46mm
Sintra41.50mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic40h
Sintra40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic300m
Sintra200m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic$2,500
Sintra$650

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
46mm
41.50mm
Thickness
13mm
12.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
47.00mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$650

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What people say

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Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic for its overbuilt toughness and industrial, instrument-like aesthetic, with some preferring the Arctic dial for legibility. One owner notes the automatic movement may be unnecessary for rough use compared to a quartz option. Reviewers mention the MaraGlo luminous paint and a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement. Some owners question its rising price and luxury positioning, with one reporting poor lume and movement performance. Overall, owners value the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic for its robust build and utilitarian design.

Borealis Watch Co. Sintra

Borealis Watch Co. Sintra owners widely praise its well-executed design, featuring applied indices and a shimmering blue dial that some prefer over more expensive alternatives. The timepiece is noted for excellent build quality and high-end specifications for its price, including a Miyota 90S5 movement and a premium bracelet. One owner did not purchase due to its size not being 39mm or less, while the 90xx movements are considered reliable and accurate, though some find them noisy. On balance, owners rate the Borealis Watch Co. Sintra highly for its impressive design and build quality at its price point.

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