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Islander Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63vsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model

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Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63

The Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63 is praised for its screw pins, milled scissor clasp, and embossed ceramic bezel, offering excellent specifications for its price. Owners note its better alignment compared to some alternatives and appreciate its design inspiration. Overall, owners rate the Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63 highly for its build features and value.

Seiko 5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model

Owners widely praise the 5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition for its translucent indigo dial, spinning day/date wheels, Kanji day display, and exceptionally smooth bezel action, finding it unique without being gaudy. One owner highlights the premium NATO strap and denim-inspired design, while others note its appeal with blue jeans and a resemblance to other denim-themed watches. The 4R36 movement powers the watch, offering a 41-hour power reserve. However, one reviewer found the overall execution crude and the nylon strap a dissonant element, suggesting a different platform would have been more suitable. Some owners also note the watch is a bit large. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the 5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition for its distinctive denim-inspired aesthetic and unique dial features.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-6338mm
5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model42.5mm
Power Reserve
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63
5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model41h
Water Resistance
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63200m
5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model100m
MSRP
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63$429
5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model$430

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
42.5mm
Thickness
13mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Engraved screw-in back

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Double Domed
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
Seiko 4R36
Power Reserve
0h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$429
$430
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