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Islander Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278vsYema Superman Heritage GMT Bronze

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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
Superman Heritage GMT Bronze
YemaSuperman Heritage GMT Bronze
MSRP $1,499

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-27838mm
Superman Heritage GMT Bronze39mm
Power Reserve
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278
Superman Heritage GMT Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278200m
Superman Heritage GMT Bronze300m
MSRP
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278$395
Superman Heritage GMT Bronze$1,499

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Bronze
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2070
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$1,499

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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.

Yema Superman Heritage GMT Bronze

The Yema Superman Heritage GMT Bronze is widely praised for its comfortable 39mm wearability and the value it offers, featuring an in-house GMT movement and bronze case. Owners and reviewers highlight the firm 120-click bezel, the impressive gilt markers and gradient dial, and the exceptionally soft and comfortable vintage leather strap. Some prefer a ceramic insert over aluminum, and one owner noted the bracelet clasp was stiff initially. The lume on the hands appears pale compared to the dial's richer coloration, and the bezel lock may not sit perfectly centered. The Yema Superman Heritage GMT Bronze is considered a bargain, with pricing noted around 700-750 Euros. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Yema Superman Heritage GMT Bronze highly for its exceptional value and comfortable wearability.

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