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Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm AutomaticvsOrient Esteem II

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Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MSRP $2,500
Esteem II
OrientEsteem II
MSRP $285

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic46mm
Esteem II41mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic40h
Esteem II40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic300m
Esteem II50m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic$2,500
Esteem II$285

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
46mm
41mm
Thickness
13mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
FT622
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$285

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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.

Orient Esteem II

Owners widely praise the Orient Esteem II for its surprising quality relative to its price point, with many finding it a beautiful and nice-looking watch. One owner specifically highlights its lightweight feel, good performance, and decent price, though notes the dial is silver, not white as anticipated. Overall, owners rate the Orient Esteem II highly for its impressive value and attractive aesthetics.

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