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Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire EdgevsIslander Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278

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C60 Sapphire Edge
Christopher WardC60 Sapphire Edge
MSRP $1,495
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278
IslanderIslander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278
MSRP $395

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Sapphire Edge40mm
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-27838mm
Power Reserve
C60 Sapphire Edge56h
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278
Water Resistance
C60 Sapphire Edge300m
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278200m
MSRP
C60 Sapphire Edge$1,495
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278$395

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
10.7mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.32mm
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Blue
Indices
Applied
Lume
SLN X1 GL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW300-1
Miyota 2070
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
56h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
$395

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire Edge

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire Edge for its slim 42mm case and the deep blue, translucent sapphire dial that emulates rippling water, with some finding its execution superior to other brands. The watch is also lauded for its innovative lume, including on the rubber strap, and its significant value. One owner reported their dial cracked internally and the brand denied warranty coverage. Overall, enthusiasts rate the Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire Edge highly for its visually striking sapphire dial and innovative lume at its price point.

Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278

The Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278 is lauded for its appealing color and 38mm size, with owners calling it a keeper. Reviewers and owners alike praise its impressive specifications for the price and good finishing. However, some owners express a desire for a date complication, and one owner found the 38mm size too small, despite preferring smaller watches. The bezel is noted to be mineral crystal, not sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278 highly for its value and wearability, with the primary praise centering on its color and compact dimensions.

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