Archimede Watches DLCvsIslander Calabro GMT World Time
Ref. islander-calabro-gmt-world-time-watch-with-full-lume-dial-isl-244·MSRP $329
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Measurements
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DLC
Calabro GMT World Time
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
14mm
Thickness
13mm
lowest
14mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$1,207
$329
lowest
Movement
Automatic
Seiko NH34
Case
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Archimede Watches DLC owners widely praise its excellent legibility, matte black dial, stark white indices, and broad sword hands. Reviewers note its superb value, hardened steel case, and 200m water resistance. One owner reports accuracy between +2 to +5 sec/day and bright lume. Some find the bracelet generic and lacking micro-adjustments, with one owner criticizing its inconsistent push clasp. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Archimede Watches DLC highly for its legibility and value at the price point.
Owners widely praise the Islander Calabro GMT World Time Watch for its excellent value and quality, with many appreciating the attractive split dial design and the "true" GMT functionality powered by the Seiko NH34 automatic movement. Specific positive points include the retro day window, a well-regarded bracelet with screw links and micro-adjustments, and applied indices. One owner noted the watch is 39mm, not 40mm, and found the lume not as advertised, while another suggested improvements to the busy dial layout. On balance, owners rate the Islander Calabro GMT World Time Watch highly for its impressive feature set and design at its affordable price point.
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