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Islander Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18vsNorqain Wild ONE Spartan Limited Edition

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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
Wild ONE Spartan Limited Edition
NorqainWild ONE Spartan Limited Edition
MSRP $5,932

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-1843mm
Wild ONE Spartan Limited Edition42mm
Power Reserve
Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18
Wild ONE Spartan Limited Edition70h
Water Resistance
Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18200m
Wild ONE Spartan Limited Edition200m
MSRP
Islander Automatic Dive Watch with Bracelet, Double-Domed AR Sapphire Crystal, and Embossed Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-18$429
Wild ONE Spartan Limited Edition$5,932

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49.4mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Carbon
Finish
NORTEQ
Caseback
Engraved screw-in back
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Double Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
Manufacture Calibre NN20/1
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
70h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$429
$5,932

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What people say

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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.

Norqain Wild ONE Spartan Limited Edition

The Norqain Wild ONE Spartan Limited Edition is praised for its lightweight NORTEQ carbon composite case, which offers a silky texture and thermal conductivity akin to titanium, making it feel surprisingly light and durable. Owners note its detailed dial and comfortable 42x12.3mm size, with one owner finding its unique technology justifies the cost. However, some find the skeleton hands lack sufficient lume, and concerns exist regarding future servicing. The price point, even used, is considered high by some given the competition. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Norqain Wild ONE Spartan Limited Edition highly for its innovative case material and lightweight, durable construction.

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