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Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm AutomaticvsCitizen ATTESA

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Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MSRP $2,500
ATTESA
CitizenATTESA
MSRP $1,350

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic46mm
ATTESA42mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic40h
ATTESA40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic300m
ATTESA100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic$2,500
ATTESA$1,350

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
46mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Super Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
White
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
H800
Type
Automatic
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$1,350

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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.

Citizen ATTESA

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Citizen ATTESA for its lightweight, durable Super Titanium construction and advanced features like solar power and radio-controlled or GPS time synchronization, making it a practical "grab and go" watch. Specific models are lauded for their stylish, tech-heavy designs, comfortable wearability, and scratch-resistant sapphire crystals. The Eco-Drive movements, particularly the E760 and F950, are highlighted for their perpetual calendars and impressive power reserves. However, some users find certain dials busy with redundant city names, and the finishing on hands has been noted as a weak point on one model. The titanium bracelet clasp on one version offers limited micro-adjustment, and the overall price point has been questioned by some due to perceived newness or exclusivity. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Citizen ATTESA highly for its blend of advanced technology, lightweight titanium build, and practical functionality at a competitive price.

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