Islander Bayport Automatic Dive WatchvsZelos Swordfish 40mm SS 'Slate'

Bayport Automatic Dive Watch
IslanderBayport Automatic Dive Watch

Ref. islander-bayport-automatic-dive-watch-with-silver-white-wave-dial-isl-313·MSRP $349

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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.

Islander Bayport Automatic Dive Watch at true scale

Bayport Automatic Dive Watch

Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS 'Slate' at true scale

Swordfish 40mm SS 'Slate'

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

40mm

lowest

46mm

Thickness

13.5mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$349

lowest

$399

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

2 specs
Thickness
13.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
46mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
Superluminova C3 or BGW9 depending on model

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$399
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Reviews

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Islander Bayport Automatic Dive Watch

Owners widely praise the Islander Bayport Automatic Dive Watch for its versatile 40mm case size and retro styling, featuring a unique grey dial with a framed date window and a pie pan design. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's well-executed finishing with chamfered edges, a tight 120-click bezel, and the reliable Seiko NH35 automatic movement. Accuracy reports vary, with some owners seeing between -3 and +6 seconds per day, while others note that the NH36 movement in comparable models can be regulated to achieve near-zero daily deviation. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Islander Bayport Automatic Dive Watch an exceptional value proposition for the brand.

Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS 'Slate'

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS 'Slate' for its exceptional value, citing its design, materials, and lume as standout features. Reviewers highlight the textured dial, sapphire crystal, and the impressive bezel action for its price point. The bracelet and its on-the-fly adjustment clasp also receive specific commendation. One owner notes a slight increase in rattling and a lighter feel compared to previous versions, while another wished for a bracelet adjustment tool. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS 'Slate' highly for its remarkable value and distinctive dial at its price.

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