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Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm AutomaticvsFerro Race Master Automatic

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Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MSRP $2,500
Race Master Automatic
FerroRace Master Automatic
MSRP $585

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic46mm
Race Master Automatic45.2mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic40h
Race Master Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic300m
Race Master Automatic50m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic$2,500
Race Master Automatic$585

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
46mm
45.2mm
Thickness
13mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
45.2mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Sellita SW200

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$585

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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.

Ferro Race Master Automatic

Owners widely praise the Ferro Race Master Automatic for its value, with one enthusiast highlighting the British racing green dial, strong lume, beautifully engraved case back, and comfortable 39mm brushed steel case. The transparent movement descriptions are also appreciated. However, one owner reported poor communication and suspected delays regarding a pre-production order. On balance, owners rate the Ferro Race Master Automatic highly for its dial aesthetics and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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