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Islander Islander Manhasset 36mm Automatic Watch with Ice Blue Dial #ISL-148vsVenezianico Nereide Aureo 39

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Islander Manhasset 36mm Automatic Watch with Ice Blue Dial #ISL-148
IslanderIslander Manhasset 36mm Automatic Watch with Ice Blue Dial #ISL-148
MSRP $385
Nereide Aureo 39
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 39
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Manhasset 36mm Automatic Watch with Ice Blue Dial #ISL-14836mm
Nereide Aureo 3939mm
Power Reserve
Islander Manhasset 36mm Automatic Watch with Ice Blue Dial #ISL-148
Nereide Aureo 3940h
Water Resistance
Islander Manhasset 36mm Automatic Watch with Ice Blue Dial #ISL-148100m
Nereide Aureo 39200m
MSRP
Islander Manhasset 36mm Automatic Watch with Ice Blue Dial #ISL-148$385
Nereide Aureo 39$1,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
45.5mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Exhibition
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$385
$1,000

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What people say

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Islander Manhasset 36mm Automatic Watch with Ice Blue Dial #ISL-148

Owners widely praise the Islander Manhasset 36mm Automatic Watch with Ice Blue Dial #ISL-148 for its perfect 36mm case size, noting an ideal ratio of sidewall and bezel to dial. The ice blue dial is described as "popping," and the updated logo text is appreciated. The bracelet and overall finishing are considered superb for the $190 price point, making it a significant piece for owners. On balance, owners rate the Islander Manhasset 36mm Automatic Watch with Ice Blue Dial #ISL-148 highly for its exceptional value and wearability at its price.

Venezianico Nereide Aureo 39

The Venezianico Nereide is praised for its handsome design and good value, featuring a tungsten bezel insert and a sparkling aventurine dial. Owners note the optical glass bezel offers less glare than ceramic. The stock rubber strap is described as stiff, and the Canova bracelet lacks a half-link for fine adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Venezianico Nereide offers good case finishing for its price point, making it a compelling entry-level mechanical diver-style watch.

From video reviewers

The 24k gold dial is a standout feature. The lume brightness is a potential drawback. Reviewers disagree on whether the unique design and features justify the price point.

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