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

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GMT BEZEL
FarerGMT BEZEL
MSRP $1,325
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

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GMT BEZEL40mm
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-32342mm
Power Reserve
GMT BEZEL56h
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
Water Resistance
GMT BEZEL200m
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323200m
MSRP
GMT BEZEL$1,325
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323$449

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.8mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid
Screw-down

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Red
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Seiko NH38
Type
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
56h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,325
$449

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What people say

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Farer GMT BEZEL

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Farer GMT BEZEL for its exceptional value, unique design language, and wearable dimensions, with one owner noting its fit, finish, and quality rivaling higher-end brands. Specific strengths highlighted include enthusiastic color combinations, a vintage charm from the bubble crystal, and comfortable wearability due to its 12.5mm thickness and short lug-to-lug. The watch features a Sellita SW330-2 top-grade movement and 200m water resistance, with pricing around US$1,550 / €1,575. Some owners find the aluminum bezel less durable, and legibility on the white dial was initially a concern, though hand changes have been made. Opinions on Farer's market positioning vary, with some placing it at a luxury level and others at a more accessible tier. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer GMT BEZEL highly for its compelling blend of design, wearability, and utility 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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