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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLCvsIslander Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18

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Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450
Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18
IslanderIslander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18
MSRP $429

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-1843mm
Power Reserve
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18
Water Resistance
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18200m
MSRP
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450
Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18$429

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44mm
43mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC)
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Engraved screw-in back

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Seiko NH36
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$429

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What people say

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Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC is widely praised for its robust COSC-certified Kenissi Werk 11 movement, offering a 70-hour power reserve, and its stealthy, scratch-resistant Dianoir DLC coating. Owners find it comfortable to wear despite its 44mm size, with one owner considering it a standout piece. Some reviewers note a subtle difference in the color tone of the DLC coating on the crown and bezel lock between variants. Overall, owners and reviewers regard the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC highly for its durable construction and reliable, high-spec movement.

Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18

Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18 owners praise its $300 value, noting the double-domed AR sapphire crystal and embossed ceramic bezel. The 43mm size is appreciated, and the NH36 movement offers hand-winding and hacking. On balance, owners rate the Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18 highly for its substantial feel and feature set at the price point.

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