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Marathon Arctic OSAR 46mm AutomaticvsVario Futurist

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Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MarathonArctic OSAR 46mm Automatic
MSRP $2,500
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic46mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic300m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Arctic OSAR 46mm Automatic$2,500
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
46mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
48mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
White
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$648

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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