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Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm AutomaticvsPraesidus Rec Spec

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Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MSRP $2,500
Rec Spec
PraesidusRec Spec
MSRP $235

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic46mm
Rec Spec38mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic40h
Rec Spec40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic300m
Rec Spec100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic$2,500
Rec Spec$235

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
46mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Nylon NATO 38mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Seiko NH36

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$235

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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.

Praesidus Rec Spec

The Praesidus Rec Spec features a textured dial and applied luminous numerals, with a mix of case finishes. One owner notes the recessed 4 o'clock crown can be difficult to operate. On balance, owners rate the Praesidus Rec Spec positively for its charming homage design and textured dial.

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