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Islander Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323vsGrand Seiko SBGH347

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The bottom line

The 37mm SBGH347 wears 5mm narrower than the 42mm Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323 — that's a meaningful jump on most wrists.

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.

Grand Seiko SBGH347

The Grand Seiko SBGH347 is lauded for its refined 37mm Ever-Brilliant Steel case, impressive Zaratsu polishing, and classy ice-blue dial inspired by frozen waterfalls. Its Hi-Beat 9S85 movement is a significant draw, and the framed date window is preferred over a cyclops. Reviewers note the bracelet lacks micro-adjustment or a quick-change system, and some wished the 13.3mm thickness was slightly thinner on the compact case. Overall, reviewers praise the Grand Seiko SBGH347 for its elevated finish and value, with the Hi-Beat movement being a significant draw.

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Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
MSRP $449
Grand Seiko SBGH347
Grand Seiko SBGH347
MSRP $7,300
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
SBGH347
Grand SeikoSBGH347
MSRP $7,300

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-32342mm
SBGH34737mm
Power Reserve
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
SBGH34755h
Water Resistance
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323200m
SBGH347100m
MSRP
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323$449
SBGH347$7,300

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
42mm
37mm
Thickness
14mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
44.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH38
9S85
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
55h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$7,300

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