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Islander Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63vsLongines LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK

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Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63
IslanderIslander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63
MSRP $429
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK
LonginesLONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK
MSRP $5,000

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-6338mm
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK42mm
Power Reserve
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK40h
Water Resistance
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63200m
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK100m
MSRP
Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-63$429
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK$5,000

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
17mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Engraved screw-in back
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
L791.4
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$429
$5,000

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What people say

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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.

LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Flyback for its attractive design, well-finished titanium case, and value as a chronometer-certified flyback chronograph. Specific positive notes include its fun and useful flyback function for cooking, and the perceived adventure-ready, indestructible feel of the titanium model. However, reviewers and owners consistently flag its 17mm thickness as a significant detractor from wearability, with some finding it too chunky for daily wear. There is also a split opinion on the dial design, with some preferring the older five-star motif and gold hands/markers, while others appreciate the cleaner, simplified dial and cutoff numerals. The Longines Spirit Flyback is priced around $5,350-$6,500 USD. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Flyback highly for its flyback chronograph complication and attractive design, despite widespread concerns about its thickness.

From video reviewers

The Spirit Flyback's heritage-inspired design is a notable strength, with a distinctive look reminiscent of the original Flyback Chronograph. The watch's price point is somewhat high compared to its competitors, which might be a drawback for some buyers. Reviewers disagree on the watch's design, with one reviewer feeling it needed more of an edge to stand out in the Spirit collection, while another praises its heritage-inspired style.

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