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Islander Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278vsWolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz

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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
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz
WolbrookSkindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz
MSRP $432

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-27838mm
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz40mm
Power Reserve
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz40h
Water Resistance
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278200m
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz100m
MSRP
Islander Saltaire 38mm Solar Dive Watch with Ink Black Dial #ISL-278$395
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz$432

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black
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
$432

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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.

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver WT for its handsome vintage aesthetic, authentic retro vibe, and value for money, often highlighting its legible dial, sapphire crystal, and drilled lugs. The worldtimer bezel and comfortable Beads of Rice bracelet also receive positive mentions. However, some owners report issues with hand color matching, lume quality, bezel wobble, and a high-sitting strap. One owner found the 40mm size wore larger than expected, while another was put off by the push-pull crown. The Miyota 8315 movement is considered less desirable than the 9 series by one owner, and the brand's warranty is not honored if the watch is sold or gifted. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver WT highly for its vintage personality and value, despite some noted build quality concerns.

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