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Islander Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

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Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
IslanderIslander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
MSRP $449
OLD SMITH 90-001
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-001
MSRP $405

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-32342mm
OLD SMITH 90-00135mm
Power Reserve
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
OLD SMITH 90-00140h
Water Resistance
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323200m
OLD SMITH 90-00150m
MSRP
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323$449
OLD SMITH 90-001$405

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
42mm
35mm
Thickness
14mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
42mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
Screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Dome
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH38
TMI VD78A
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$405

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What people say

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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.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

KUOE OLD SMITH is widely praised for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable 35mm wearability, with owners noting its attractive bronze case and dial contrast. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent accuracy. However, the case finishing is considered average for the price, and the lume fades quickly. Some find the small date window difficult to read, and the Seiko NH38 movement is described as noisy. The 18mm lug width and PVD-coated strap hardware are also noted as drawbacks. Overall, owners and reviewers find the KUOE OLD SMITH to be a compelling vintage field watch offering good value, particularly for its aesthetic appeal and accuracy.

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