Marathon Arctic Steel NavigatorvsTrintec CoPilot Stainless Automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Marathon Arctic Steel Navigator at true scale

Arctic Steel Navigator

Trintec CoPilot Stainless Automatic at true scale

CoPilot Stainless Automatic

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

11mm

lowest

15mm

Water Resistance

60m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

41h

MSRP

$1,000

$450

lowest

Movement

Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Seiko NH35

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
60m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
n/a

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,000
$450
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Marathon Arctic Steel Navigator

The Marathon Arctic Steel Navigator is praised for its pragmatic, no-nonsense design and comfortable wearability with a thinner, ergonomic steel case. Owners and reviewers highlight its Swiss High-Torque Quartz movement for accuracy to about 10 seconds a year and its ability to power heavy hands, with a seven-year battery life and field-serviceable battery port. One owner reported a pip falling out shortly after unboxing and the bezel becoming gritty, though another found success cleaning a gritty bezel with soap and water. A reviewer noted a preference for a different strap design for a cleaner tail tuck. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Arctic Steel Navigator highly for its pragmatic design and reliable, accurate quartz movement.

Trintec CoPilot Stainless Automatic

The Trintec CoPilot / Stainless / Automatic is widely regarded as very well built, featuring a tool-like appearance with a blasted case finish and a substantial bezel. Owners appreciate its amazing look and versatile case design. The watch comes with extra screw pins and a 5-ring Zulu strap. Overall, owners rate the Trintec CoPilot / Stainless / Automatic highly for its robust build quality and distinctive aesthetic.