“I look at numerous stories posted about watches coming onto the market. And if you watch the reviews of any of those influencers doing reviews, there are two big thigs that push the desire of a watch: design and construction. I also am concerned with the movement and price. Of course, the internet knows what you read and pushes content accordingly to your inbox regardless of platform. That's how I received an ad from Island Watch for the Cadola x Islander RPM series of watches. Well, a quick look showed me a good set of watches. They had a unique look patterned after pro auto racing designs and colors. The Red and White dial mimics the tachometer in a car with a red line running from the two to four o'clock position. Next, I noted it used a NH35 automatic movement. This movement is a Seiko workhorse. Well known in the industry it will give the owner a very dependable daily wearer. Finally, this watch was being offered for $135. WHAT! A typical NH35 date movement watch will run twice that much at best and three times that much on average. Well, impulse buying was out as it was a value purchase. Receiving the watch, I was immediately taken by the look and the feel of quality in construction. The strap is substantial and not a thin piece of leather with a fabric backing. The strap is also set to mimic a racing glove with contrasting red stitching which only goes to increase the look of the watch. The body of the watch has a smooth large body case, 44mm - 1.8 in., which on my wrist looks great. The strap is set to pin to the case at the case with the lugs hidden under the body. A unique and visually appealing look. Overall, I am impressed with the offering from Island Watch and I will look further at their offerings for other opportunities. I recommend you do the same. www.islandwatch.com”
