To anyone watching whose video quality is appearing bright/over exposed: turn the resolution down to 720p. Not sure what's causing this or if it's just something occurring on my end but it fixed the issue.
100% subjective. I own 2, one with jubilee and another one with Islander bracelet... I did the swap and nah! This one (ISL-20) looks killer with the bracelet it comes with. It’s a really low profile watch, and with the bling of the jubilee bracelet doesn’t match (at least for me). Greetings!
I've got the exact same watch in 42mm. Even though I have a small wrist (a little over 6"), I love wearing a big watch on my wrist. I also have the SK013 and SKX175 (Pepsi version) and I like them both. BTW nice review. I love the dual time function of this watch because I track the time in the Philippines which is ahead by 15 hrs in the summer, 16 hrs in the winter from where I'm at (California).
I have that exact watch and love it. Perfect for nearly any occasion. I do plan on swapping out the bezel at some point for better grip. Luckily these are 100% compatible with seiko aftermarket parts.
I have an ISL-05, great watch! Love it. Not 1 scratch after 14 months. Runs a bit slow though... I guess I need to adjust it. Is this something a novice can do by himself?
Great review. Been thinking of getting an iSL-05 for the longest time as I prefer the jubilee bracelet over the oyster one. Like you i have a puny 6-inch wrist 😭
👍 + sub. Outstanding, no-nonsense review of a great watch. Mercifully devoid of self-promotion & focused on the watch. More content should be like this. 💯 If "you" make quality content, you don't have to grovel for likes & implore watchers to "smash" any buttons (🙄🤮) The content speaks for itself. Again, thanks.
The green one is one of the sale watches. Sold out in the first run, and the he got too much inventory the second run. With a first buyer coupon it wat $227 out the door.
It is significantly better than the original Seiko in all ways except lume. If Marc could get his hands on Lumibrite for his Islander Watches, I would never look at a Seiko again!
It is significantly better than the original Seiko in all ways except lume. If Marc could get his hands on Seiko’s Lumibrite for his Islander Watches, I would never look at a Seiko again!
And if you cant set the time right without the hands going all the way up it might be time for an eye exam instead of acting like the watch isnt up to par because you ocd kicked in
If Seiko did this as an SPB model with 6R movement, pressed indices, and aluminum bezel it would they would sell it for $1200. So this is a bargain if you don't care about the name.
Clearly you have a small wrist. The bracelet is all wrong. The end link extensions make it look bigger .... is this a small watch for bigger wrists ???? ..... looks that way. If you have less than 6 3/4 wrist do not buy this watch .... only if you plan to invest in an extra bracelet !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
according to the other comments he has aftermarket end links. he also has a 6 inch wrist which is still a bit smaller than 6 3/4. i wouldnt go around commenting and telling people not to buy this watch based on their wrist size. for most wrists under 6 3/4 this is gonna be fine
I was initially disappointed when Seiko discontinued the 013. However, I believe the Islander 38 surpasses it dramatically.
To anyone watching whose video quality is appearing bright/over exposed: turn the resolution down to 720p. Not sure what's causing this or if it's just something occurring on my end but it fixed the issue.
this worked for me
thank you
That watch look way much better with a JUBILEE bracelet.
100% subjective. I own 2, one with jubilee and another one with Islander bracelet... I did the swap and nah! This one (ISL-20) looks killer with the bracelet it comes with. It’s a really low profile watch, and with the bling of the jubilee bracelet doesn’t match (at least for me). Greetings!
This channel will blow up with subs in near future.
Boy it’s nice to find a channel with a small wrist. Mine ranges from 6.25-6.5 so you just earned a sub!
⬆️ This, yes 💯
This is the visual i needed to see , just ordered one based on this view. thbk you very much for your help 🙏
Really great video, hit everything I was wondering about, keep it up!
Love the 10 minute watch review concept!
Love the 10 minute no BS watch review!
I've got the exact same watch in 42mm. Even though I have a small wrist (a little over 6"), I love wearing a big watch on my wrist. I also have the SK013 and SKX175 (Pepsi version) and I like them both. BTW nice review.
I love the dual time function of this watch because I track the time in the Philippines which is ahead by 15 hrs in the summer, 16 hrs in the winter from where I'm at (California).
Thank you. What a great watch review video.
Thanks for the great review. My 38mm Islander #63 is coming tomorrow and I can't wait.
Awesome! Hope you love it.
@@caustic_man6296 I got my ISL #63 and it looks and wears great. Wow the embossed ceramic bezel looks like a million bucks. I'm super impressed.
you've got the same wrist as mine..... hence you got my sub to your channel👍👍. i expect more reviews ahead....keep it up
I have the isl-18 and I absolutely love it! It's running +2sec a day, not bad for the NH36A and the bezel has no play on mine. ✨⌚✨
Those movts can be amazing when regulated well.
I have that exact watch and love it. Perfect for nearly any occasion. I do plan on swapping out the bezel at some point for better grip. Luckily these are 100% compatible with seiko aftermarket parts.
Sorry I am commenting so late but how do you like this watch in terms of size and how big is your wrist?
I ordered the Orange one yesterday,because I am a SF Giants fan.
Excited to see it in person...
how do you like it?
Agree about the minute hand.
I have an ISL-05, great watch! Love it. Not 1 scratch after 14 months. Runs a bit slow though... I guess I need to adjust it. Is this something a novice can do by himself?
Great review. Been thinking of getting an iSL-05 for the longest time as I prefer the jubilee bracelet over the oyster one. Like you i have a puny 6-inch wrist 😭
Thanks man. I’ve been thinking of getting an after market jubilee for mine. They’re just so sweet!
what after-market end links did you use?
great review, 10minute too enough for watch review and not annoying
Where did you get your end Links??
Could you please attach the link to purchase the end links/bracelet
👍 + sub. Outstanding, no-nonsense review of a great watch. Mercifully devoid of self-promotion & focused on the watch. More content should be like this. 💯
If "you" make quality content, you don't have to grovel for likes & implore watchers to "smash" any buttons (🙄🤮) The content speaks for itself. Again, thanks.
How much it's cost (isl-20) buying from Dubai?
great review! i'm eyeballing the ISL-21 in Green
Islander is having a Black Thursday sale tomorrow at Noon EST. Don’t know if the ISL 21 will be on sale but might be worth a look!
The green one is one of the sale watches. Sold out in the first run, and the he got too much inventory the second run. With a first buyer coupon it wat $227 out the door.
Yup....picked up the green for me and a pink for the wife
Great idea for a review format. A lot of fluff in other reviews
It is significantly better than the original Seiko in all ways except lume. If Marc could get his hands on Lumibrite for his Islander Watches, I would never look at a Seiko again!
I like it a lot.just wish it would be written islander instead of the logo which i've never really been a fan of.
Marc Frankel is the best 🍎
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Where can I buy the end links you have on this video instead of the stock islander end links? ?
The end links came from a Miltat oyster style bracelet also bought from the Islander website. It was a made for the SKX013.
@@caustic_man6296 is it a strapcode bracelet?
@@clockinwatches yeah, I believe so. Same thing.
I wish it had a 3oclock crown
Accuracy?
It is significantly better than the original Seiko in all ways except lume. If Marc could get his hands on Seiko’s Lumibrite for his Islander Watches, I would never look at a Seiko again!
My only gripe with this watch is the dial. The logo is beyond horrendous.
And if you cant set the time right without the hands going all the way up it might be time for an eye exam instead of acting like the watch isnt up to par because you ocd kicked in
lol nice 😂
@@caustic_man6296 Weird flex by the OC but OK 🤷🏼 Yours is the appropriate response 😎😂
Sapphire should not scratch..
If Seiko did this as an SPB model with 6R movement, pressed indices, and aluminum bezel it would they would sell it for $1200. So this is a bargain if you don't care about the name.
Short hands are a deal breaker for me. Nice watch otherwise.
caustic men? wtf is that supposed to mean. It sounds like "toxic masculinity" but i doubt it is lol
Just don't like that ugly logo, looks like a belly button.
Clearly you have a small wrist. The bracelet is all wrong. The end link extensions make it look bigger .... is this a small watch for bigger wrists ???? ..... looks that way. If you have less than 6 3/4 wrist do not buy this watch .... only if you plan to invest in an extra bracelet !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
according to the other comments he has aftermarket end links. he also has a 6 inch wrist which is still a bit smaller than 6 3/4. i wouldnt go around commenting and telling people not to buy this watch based on their wrist size. for most wrists under 6 3/4 this is gonna be fine
You mentioned swapping the end links for a better fit on a small wrist, where did you get those end links? Subbed