Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm AutomaticvsRatio FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA90

Ref. ratio-free-diver-helium-safe-1000m-sapphire-automatic-1068ha90-34va-blk-mens-watch·MSRP $249
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Measurements
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Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic

FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA90
Diameter
46mm
47mm
Thickness
13mm
lowest
15mm
Water Resistance
300m
1000m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
MSRP
$2,500
$249
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW220-1
Seiko NH36
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners 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 MaraGlo luminous paint is likened to sliced eggs. The watch features a Swiss automatic movement and 300M ISO-rated water resistance. Some owners question its rising price and luxury positioning, with one noting poor lume and movement performance. Overall, owners rate the Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic highly for its rugged, tool-watch build and legibility.
Owners widely praise the Ratio FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA90 for its robust build, excellent finishing, and solid construction, with one owner noting its case finishing is excellent and the stainless band is comfortable. The watch features genuine 1000m water resistance, a sapphire crystal, and a helium escape valve, with its lume described as brighter than that on other dive watches. One owner reported an unacceptable 66 bezel clicks, though others found the bezel to have great feel and minimal back play. Overall, owners rate the Ratio FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA90 highly for its extreme water resistance and value at a competitive price.
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