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Islander Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278vsYema Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz

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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
Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz
YemaYachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz
MSRP $420

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-27838mm
Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz38.5mm
Power Reserve
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278
Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278200m
Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz50m
MSRP
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278$395
Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz$420

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
38.5mm
Thickness
12.5mm
10.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2070
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$420

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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 Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz

Owners praise the Yema Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz for its attractive design, historical significance, and comfortable 38.5mm size, with some appreciating its meca-quartz movement. The watch features a hesalite crystal and Seiko VK63 movement, measuring 10.3mm thin and 46mm lug to lug. Some owners note sharp edges on the case and a strap that feels cheap, though others find the strap acceptable and consider it a great summer watch. Opinions are split on the necessity of the 24-hour subdial, and concerns have been raised about the price and customer support. On balance, owners rate the Yema Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz highly for its appealing vintage-inspired look and accessible price point.

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