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Islander Islander Bridgehampton Racing Chronograph with Asphalt Black Dial #ISL-234vsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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Islander Bridgehampton Racing Chronograph with Asphalt Black Dial #ISL-234
IslanderIslander Bridgehampton Racing Chronograph with Asphalt Black Dial #ISL-234
MSRP $599
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Bridgehampton Racing Chronograph with Asphalt Black Dial #ISL-23440mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
Islander Bridgehampton Racing Chronograph with Asphalt Black Dial #ISL-234
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
Islander Bridgehampton Racing Chronograph with Asphalt Black Dial #ISL-234100m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
Islander Bridgehampton Racing Chronograph with Asphalt Black Dial #ISL-234$599
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
45.5mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Dome
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seagull ST1901
Miyota 9039
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
42h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$980

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What people say

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Islander Bridgehampton Racing Chronograph with Asphalt Black Dial #ISL-234

The Islander Bridgehampton Racing Chronograph with Asphalt Black Dial #ISL-234 is widely praised for its exceptional value, with owners and reviewers highlighting its build quality, case, bracelet, dial, and lume, likening it to higher-end brands. It features a reliable Seagull ST1901 manual-wind chronograph movement and a 40mm case, coming with both a bracelet and a leather racing strap. One owner notes that the watch's timekeeping accuracy is a point of concern due to the lack of a hacking function. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Islander Bridgehampton Racing Chronograph with Asphalt Black Dial #ISL-234 highly for its impressive build quality and comprehensive package at its sub-$500 price point.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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