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Islander Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323vsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
IslanderIslander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
MSRP $449
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-32342mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323200m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323$449
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
14mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback
Screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH38
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$1,800

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What people say

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Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323

Owners widely praise the Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323 for its stunning radiant blue dial and red seconds hand, with some noting its resemblance to a luxury model. The watch is frequently cited as offering excellent value for its price. Some owners express a dislike for the circle/triangle logo, while others appreciate the availability of both 38mm and 43mm size options. Overall, owners rate the Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323 highly for its aesthetic appeal and value proposition.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is lauded for its utilitarian, no-nonsense design, exceptional tritium lume for visibility, and comfortable 41mm wearability. Reviewers highlight its robust build, meeting ISO 6425 dive watch standards and approved for military use, demonstrating durability during demanding activities. One reviewer notes the stock rubber strap requires modification for a proper fit. Overall, reviewers rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its focus on utility and ruggedness at its price point.

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