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Baltic Aquascaphe BronzevsIslander Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63

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Aquascaphe Bronze
BalticAquascaphe Bronze
MSRP $697
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63
IslanderIslander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63
MSRP $429

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Aquascaphe Bronze39mm
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-6338mm
Power Reserve
Aquascaphe Bronze42h
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63
Water Resistance
Aquascaphe Bronze200m
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63200m
MSRP
Aquascaphe Bronze$697
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63$429

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
44.5mm
Material
Bronze
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid
Engraved screw-in back

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko NH36
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$697
$429

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What people say

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Baltic Aquascaphe Bronze

Owners widely praise the Baltic Aquascaphe Bronze for its attractive vintage aesthetic, solid build, and excellent value, with many noting its finishing exceeds expectations for its price point. The CuAL8 bronze alloy case develops a slow, even patina, and the 39mm size is considered compact and wearable. Reviewers highlight the handsome design, cohesive look with gilt accents, and the reliable Miyota 9039 movement. Some owners report minor criticisms including a noisy rotor, stiff crown, and sharp edges on the tropic strap buckle, though these are often resolved. The stainless steel caseback is a point of contention for some reviewers, who suggest a PVD coating would have been a better visual match. The Baltic Aquascaphe Bronze is offered at a price point around €625-€750 or under $950 USD. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic Aquascaphe Bronze highly for its convincing vintage aura and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The watch's unique blend of vintage style and rugged tool watch qualities is a notable strength. A weakness is the watch's price point, as it's positioned in a competitive market with other similar watches offering similar features at lower prices. Reviewers disagree on the watch's water-resistance, with one reviewer mentioning it's not a primary focus of the design and another not specifying the exact rating.

Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63

The Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63 is praised for its screw pins, milled scissor clasp, and embossed ceramic bezel, offering excellent specifications for its price. Owners note its better alignment compared to some alternatives and appreciate its design inspiration. Overall, owners rate the Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63 highly for its build features and value.

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