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Islander Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic Watch with Leather Strap and an Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal #ISL-46vsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic Watch with Leather Strap and an Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal #ISL-46
IslanderIslander Black DLC Aviator Automatic Watch with Leather Strap and an Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal #ISL-46
MSRP $299
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic Watch with Leather Strap and an Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal #ISL-4642mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic Watch with Leather Strap and an Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal #ISL-46
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic Watch with Leather Strap and an Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal #ISL-46100m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic Watch with Leather Strap and an Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal #ISL-46$299
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
38mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
DLC Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Engraved screw-in back
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Bronze
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$399

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What people say

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Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic Watch with Leather Strap and an Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal #ISL-46

Owners widely praise the Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic Watch with Leather Strap and an Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal #ISL-46 for its anti-reflective sapphire crystal, legible dial, and strong C3 lume. The Seiko NH35 movement, featuring hacking and hand-winding, is also a commonly cited positive, contributing to its value at a $199 sale price. Some owners appreciate the clean, unbranded dial, aligning with traditional Flieger design. However, one owner notes the watch runs fast, requiring frequent time adjustments, and another commenter feels the date complication detracts from the Flieger aesthetic. Overall, owners rate the Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic Watch with Leather Strap and an Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal #ISL-46 highly for its value and classic Flieger design elements.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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