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Islander Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278vsVenezianico Nereide Aureo 42

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Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278
IslanderIslander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278
MSRP $395
Nereide Aureo 42
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 42
MSRP $1,495

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-27838mm
Nereide Aureo 4242mm
Power Reserve
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278
Nereide Aureo 4240h
Water Resistance
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278200m
Nereide Aureo 42200m
MSRP
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278$395
Nereide Aureo 42$1,495

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
49mm
Finish
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2070
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$1,495

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What people say

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Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278

The Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278 is lauded for its appealing color and 38mm size, with owners calling it a keeper. Reviewers and owners alike praise its impressive specifications for the price and good finishing. However, some owners express a desire for a date complication, and one owner found the 38mm size too small, despite preferring smaller watches. The bezel is noted to be mineral crystal, not sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278 highly for its value and wearability, with the primary praise centering on its color and compact dimensions.

Venezianico Nereide Aureo 42

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide Aureo 42 for its striking 24K gold-plated dial, often described as a captivating blend of luxury and sportiness, and its smooth winding action from the Swiss SW200 movement. Reviewers highlight the impressive spectacle offered by the gold dial and tungsten bezel for its price point, with one owner noting its comfortable wearability and another appreciating its tool watch identity despite the bling. However, some owners report issues with bezel alignment, and reviewers point out that the polished tungsten bezel attracts fingerprints, while the white date wheel is a mismatched detail. The clasp on the Sansovino bracelet lacks on-the-fly adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Venezianico Nereide Aureo 42 highly for its unique 24K gold dial and exceptional value at its price.

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