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Islander Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278vsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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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
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-27838mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278200m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278$395
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Cream
Indices
Applied

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$279

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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.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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