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Islander Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278vsTissot T-Touch Connect Solar

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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
T-Touch Connect Solar
TissotT-Touch Connect Solar
MSRP $1,350

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-27838mm
T-Touch Connect Solar47.5mm
Power Reserve
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278
T-Touch Connect Solar40h
Water Resistance
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278200m
T-Touch Connect Solar100m
MSRP
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278$395
T-Touch Connect Solar$1,350

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
38mm
47.5mm
Thickness
12.5mm
15.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
47.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Tactile
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Indexes

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2070
18,5'''
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$1,350

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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.

Tissot T-Touch Connect Solar

The Tissot T-Touch Connect Solar is praised for its wearability and attractive design, featuring impressive Swiss-made solar cells and a comfortable 47mm titanium case. Owners find it easy to use after an initial learning period and appreciate its months-long battery life, making it suitable for travel with its elevation and weather features. Reviewers note its Swiss-developed, energy-efficient operating system prioritizes longevity over advanced features, and its solar-charging dial contributes to its extended power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot T-Touch Connect Solar well for its practical travel-oriented features and impressive solar-powered battery life.

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