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Marathon OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mmvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm
MarathonOSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm
MSRP $2,500
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm46mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm300m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
OSAR-D (Original SAR with Date) Automatic 46mm$2,500
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
46mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
38mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$328

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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