Boderry HOU 80-Hour Power Reserve VintagevsIslander Brookville Calligraphy Edition with Lavender Parchment Dial

HOU 80-Hour Power Reserve Vintage
BoderryHOU 80-Hour Power Reserve Vintage

Ref. hou-100m-waterproof-vintage-automatic-watch-purple·MSRP $239

Brookville Calligraphy Edition with Lavender Parchment Dial
IslanderBrookville Calligraphy Edition with Lavender Parchment Dial

Ref. islander-brookville-calligraphy-edition-watch-with-lavender-parchment-dial-isl-321·MSRP $399

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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.

Boderry HOU 80-Hour Power Reserve Vintage at true scale

HOU 80-Hour Power Reserve Vintage

Islander Brookville Calligraphy Edition with Lavender Parchment Dial at true scale

Brookville Calligraphy Edition with Lavender Parchment Dial

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

38mm

lowest

Thickness

13mm

11mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$239

lowest

$399

Movement

Hangzhou 7208

Miyota 9039

Case

4 specs
Category
n/a
Watch
Thickness
13mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
38mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou 7208
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$239
$399
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Boderry HOU 80-Hour Power Reserve Vintage

Owners are drawn to the Boderry HOU - 80-Hour Power Reserve Vintage Automatic Watch for its attractive vintage design, sterile dial, and value, with prices noted around $119-$130 and even as low as $80. The 80-hour power reserve is a frequently cited feature, though one owner questions its accuracy. Some owners appreciate the Hangzhou 7208 movement's appearance and timekeeping, with one noting it keeps great time. The textured dial and subtle look are also praised, with one owner stating it surpasses its homage inspiration. However, some dislike the non-lumed hands and the date complication. One owner reported receiving an empty box and poor customer service from Boderry. Overall, owners rate the Boderry HOU - 80-Hour Power Reserve Vintage Automatic Watch highly for its exceptional value and vintage aesthetic.

Islander Brookville Calligraphy Edition with Lavender Parchment Dial

Owners find the Islander Brookville Calligraphy Edition Watch with Lavender Parchment Dial #ISL-321 comfortable on smaller wrists, with one owner noting the large dial is surprisingly snug on a 6.5-inch wrist. One owner reports regulating their field watch for accurate timekeeping and finds it well-made and aesthetically pleasing, making it a favorite to wear. On balance, owners rate the Islander Brookville Calligraphy Edition Watch with Lavender Parchment Dial #ISL-321 highly for its comfortable wearability and solid construction.