Which is cheaper, the Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338 or the Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323?

At MSRP the Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338 is the cheaper of the two at $429, against $449 for the Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323 — a $20 gap before any retailer discounting.

What movement does the Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338 run compared to the Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338 uses the Seiko NH34 and the Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323 uses the Seiko NH38.

Side by side

Islander Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338vsIslander Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323

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

Islander Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338

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MSRP $429

Islander Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323

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MSRP $449

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-33842mm

Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-32342mm

Power Reserve

Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338—

Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323—

Water Resistance

Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338200m

Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323200m

MSRP

Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338$429

Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323$449

Full specifications

Case

4 specs

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Seiko NH34

Seiko NH38

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$429

$449

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What people say

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Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338

Owners widely praise the Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338 for its attractive dial texture and Pepsi bezel, with some finding the gold-tone accents and overall aesthetic to be a standout feature. The watch is also noted for its comfortable wearability and a useful GMT function, making it a popular choice for daily wear and vacations, further supported by its 200m water resistance. On balance, owners rate the Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338 highly for its visually appealing design and practical features at its price point.

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Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323

Owners widely praise the Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323 for its stunning radiant blue dial and red seconds hand, with some noting its resemblance to a luxury model. The watch is frequently cited as offering excellent value for its price. Some owners express a dislike for the circle/triangle logo, while others appreciate the availability of both 38mm and 43mm size options. Overall, owners rate the Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323 highly for its aesthetic appeal and value proposition.

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