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Islander Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323vsWolbrook Skindiver II 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
Skindiver II Automatic
WolbrookSkindiver II Automatic
MSRP $579

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-32342mm
Skindiver II Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
Skindiver II Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323200m
Skindiver II Automatic200m
MSRP
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323$449
Skindiver II Automatic$579

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH38
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$579

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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.

Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic for its retro aesthetic, comfortable 40mm wearability, and legible dial with faux patina, with the brushed finish, drilled lugs, and included Beads of Rice bracelet and tropic strap being highlighted. The watch features a Citizen/Miyota 8315 movement, adjusted in France to ±15 seconds per day, offering a 60-hour power reserve and 200m water resistance with a box sapphire crystal. Some owners note the 20mm strap size as potentially problematic, and Wolbrook's policy of not honoring the warranty on resold watches is a significant criticism. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic highly for its compelling retro design and solid build at its price point.

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