Which is cheaper, the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm or the Fears Date Boutique Edition?

At MSRP the Fears Date Boutique Edition is the cheaper of the two at $2,458, against $2,500 for the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm — a $42 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm or the Fears Date Boutique Edition?

The Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm wears larger at 46mm versus 39.5mm for the Fears Date Boutique Edition — a 6.5mm difference across the dial.

What movement does the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm run compared to the Fears Date Boutique Edition?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm uses the Sellita SW220-1 and the Fears Date Boutique Edition uses the La Joux-Perret G101.

Side by side

Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mmvsFears Date Boutique Edition

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm

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MSRP $2,500

Fears Date Boutique Edition

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MSRP $2,458

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm46mm

Date Boutique Edition39.5mm

Power Reserve

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm40h

Date Boutique Edition40h

Water Resistance

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm300m

Date Boutique Edition15m

MSRP

OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm$2,500

Date Boutique Edition$2,458

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Dial Color

Black

Date Boutique Edition

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW220-1

La Joux-Perret G101

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,500

$2,458

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Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm

The Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm is widely regarded as a rugged and legible timepiece, featuring a familiar geometric dial with MaraGlo lume and a white dial with applied hour markers that enhance legibility. Owners and reviewers note its 300-meter water resistance and the reliable Swiss-made Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement with improved shock protection. The watch is described as large, thick, and heavy, with some owners finding it comfortable on the wrist while others note its substantial presence, particularly at a table. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm for its rugged build and excellent legibility.

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Fears Date Boutique Edition

Owners widely praise the Fears Date Boutique Edition for its comfortable wearability, noting its thin profile and short lugs contribute to classy proportions. The brand's classic design, finishing, and customer service also receive commendation. Some find the mallard green dial color less vibrant in person than depicted in photos, and one owner found the $3500 price steep. On balance, owners rate the Fears Date Boutique Edition highly for its comfortable wearability and classic design.

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