Alexander James Watches A4 Prelude 37 GMTvsIslander Islander x Lumeshot Glacier GMT Automatic Limited Edition

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Alexander James Watches A4 Prelude 37 GMT at true scale

A4 Prelude 37 GMT

Islander Islander x Lumeshot Glacier GMT Automatic Limited Edition at true scale

Islander x Lumeshot Glacier GMT Automatic Limited Edition

Diameter

37.4mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

44.7mm

37mm

lowest

Thickness

12.1mm

lowest

12.7mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

n/a

$349

Movement

Seiko NH34

Seiko NH34

Case

3 specs
Diameter
37.4mm
37mm
Thickness
12.1mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.7mm
37mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
White
n/a
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$349
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Reviews

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Alexander James Watches A4 Prelude 37 GMT

Owners praise the Alexander James Watches A4 Prelude 37 GMT's imitation snowflake dials, calling them some of the best available outside of Grand Seiko. The watch features a Seiko NH34 automatic movement, 200m water resistance, and a 37.4mm case, with color options available around $280. One owner notes that its use of the same internals and a modded SKX013 case design makes it difficult to justify the price over a Seiko GMT. Overall, owners find the dial design to be the standout feature, though some question the value proposition compared to Seiko alternatives.

Islander x Lumeshot Glacier GMT Automatic Limited Edition

The Islander x LUMESHOT Glacier GMT Automatic Limited Edition Watch #ISL-295 is widely praised for its striking silver-toned dial and blue second hand, which reviewers note favorably compares to higher-end timepieces. Owners appreciate its cool aesthetic and find it offers great quality for the price, with a comfortable feel on the wrist. The bidirectional GMT bezel action is considered superior to some alternatives, and the crown action is smooth. Some owners find the watch's thickness a detractor, and the beads of rice bracelet is described as having a thin feel with sharp edges and inflexible links. Overall, owners rate the Islander x LUMESHOT Glacier GMT Automatic Limited Edition Watch #ISL-295 highly for its impressive dial and value proposition.

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