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Islander Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278vsCincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)

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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

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-27838mm
Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)38mm
Power Reserve
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278
Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)
Water Resistance
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278200m
Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)30m
MSRP
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278$395
Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)$650

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Thickness
12.5mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Gold

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2070
Sellita SW210
Type
Quartz
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$650

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What people say

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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.

Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)

The Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD) is praised for its Art Deco design and hometown symbolism, echoing the historic Union Terminal clock with striking colors. Owners highlight its 36mm size and 10.2mm thickness as comfortable for dressier occasions, particularly on a leather strap. The Sellita SW300 movement is noted as offering excellent value under $1000, though some find the lack of a screw-down crown and date function limits its everyday versatility. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD) highly for its iconic design and sentimental value at its price point.

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