“The blue of this dial is really quite striking in person - other reviewers have commented that showing the exact shade in photos is very difficult. It’s not quite as dark as the stock photo suggests, but it has a lovely, almost metallic, sheen to it. The sapphire coated bezel looks great and makes for a very cool glow in the dark effect. Fit and finish of the watch is fantastic. Note the alignment of the bezel, chapter ring, and indices. They’re spot on. The screw-adjust links, solid end links, quality screw-down crown, and movement accuracy (mine runs between +10 and -5 seconds in a given day) make for an amazing value at this price point. Everyone who’s seen it loves the blue color, and the 38 mm size is a great option for those who want a smaller diver.
The customer service is also excellent. LIW is responsive to email inquiries, and shipping is fast with up to date tracking. I’ve recommended Islander watches to a few of my friends already and will likely buy more in the future for myself.”
“This is a stunning watch, with that vibrant blue dial. A stunning SKX variant than the original, packing all the good stuff that Seiko keeps in reserve. Proportions are just right for my wrist, looks and wears like a charm. Awesome service from Mark.”
“I love the 38mm size and I love Marc's creative use of baby blue, light gray, and white (hands) -- LIW colors. This watch is both comfortable to wear and pops on the wrist. A solid, well-made, fresh-looking piece. Service was first-class, as always.”
“Fantastic looking watch! Glad I took advantage of Mark's Memorial Day sales. The color really pops and it wears very elegantly. Just wish I had paid more attention to the specs .. was looking for a larger dial but that's on me. The watch is fantastic”
“Love the beautiful blue of the face, the bright white of the hands, and the lume of the bezel and hands. The size is a bit smaller than I usually get, but I'm appreciating the lighter weight. The only criticism I'd offer is that the gray on the bezel really doesn't go with the rest of the watch, nor does they gray offer great legibility with the white minute markings and numbers.”
“Incredible quality and performance. Flawless QC - alignment, accuracy (< 2 spd!), fit and finish of all parts. Amazing to think that Island Watch can give you a sapphire crystal & bezel insert, solid 316L bracelet and end links and a super-accurate Seiko movement for this price. I've dealt with Marc and his crew for several years now and their customer support and product quality still amazes me. Keep up the good work!”
