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

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Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338
IslanderIslander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338
MSRP $429
Marus
SternglasMarus
MSRP $485

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-33842mm
Marus42mm
Power Reserve
Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338
Marus42h
Water Resistance
Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338200m
Marus200m
MSRP
Islander JFK Automatic GMT Watch with Batman Dial #ISL-338$429
Marus$485

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Thickness
14.5mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
53.8mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Luminova grün

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Miyota 8215
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
42h
Jewels
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$429
$485

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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.

Sternglas Marus

The Sternglas Marus is widely praised for its well-built, heavy feel and excellent bezel action, considered the best in its price range. Despite its 42mm diameter and 52mm lug-to-lug, owners report it fits surprisingly well on slim wrists. A reviewer notes the short seconds hand as a drawback, but highlights the watch as a fun, affordable starting point for a collection, featuring a vibrant Pepsi bezel and an anthracite dial that shifts in appearance, powered by a Miyota 8215 movement for €399. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Marus highly for its robust build and superior bezel at its price point.

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