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Venezianico Arsenale BronzovsIslander Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323

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Arsenale Bronzo
VenezianicoArsenale Bronzo
MSRP $950
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
IslanderIslander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
MSRP $449

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arsenale Bronzo40mm
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-32342mm
Power Reserve
Arsenale Bronzo40h
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
Water Resistance
Arsenale Bronzo50m
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323200m
MSRP
Arsenale Bronzo$950
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323$449

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
9.95mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Bronze
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Screw-down

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko NH38
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$950
$449

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What people say

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Venezianico Arsenale Bronzo

The Venezianico Arsenale is widely praised for its exceptional wearability and finishing for its price, featuring a thin 8.95mm case and a dynamic Côtes de Genève dial. Owners appreciate the minimalist dial, distinctive design language, and comfortable wearing experience, with one noting the blue sunburst dial and supple blue rubber strap are mesmerizing. The movement is described as a hacking and hand-winding Miyota. However, strap changes are difficult, and the watch lacks lume. Some owners find the purple dial too decisive, and others wish for a smaller diameter option. Opinions on bronze as a dress watch material are mixed due to patina concerns, though it is noted as easily cleaned. Legibility could be improved, and some question the material choice for a dress watch. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Venezianico Arsenale highly for its impressive case finishing and wearability at its price point.

Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323

Owners widely praise the Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323 for its stunning radiant blue dial and red seconds hand, with some noting its resemblance to a luxury model. The watch is frequently cited as offering excellent value for its price. Some owners express a dislike for the circle/triangle logo, while others appreciate the availability of both 38mm and 43mm size options. Overall, owners rate the Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323 highly for its aesthetic appeal and value proposition.

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