Islander Field Watch - The BEST Field Watch is under $200

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  • Опубликовано: 22 дек 2024

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  • @anthony36593
    @anthony36593 4 года назад +73

    Yes finally a field watch with the specs I want!

  • @fobudomh
    @fobudomh 4 года назад +83

    Was waiting for this video. This is your best watch yet.

    • @SoCalWatchReviews
      @SoCalWatchReviews 4 года назад +11

      Agree this is a great watch!

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  4 года назад +7

      Wow, thanks!

    • @alliejr
      @alliejr 4 года назад +3

      Yup 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

    • @Jollopukki2
      @Jollopukki2 4 года назад

      but i love islander01

    • @armandojuan64
      @armandojuan64 3 года назад +2

      @@islandwatch I think I'm going for the blue one . This is the first field watch that I like of all the field watches I have seen in my life ; in my opinion this is your best watch yet . Bull's eye , Marc . Right in the center . Couple of suggestions : Lume the lollipop and release a beige dial version . The best one is the green one , however ( like you ) I'm a sucker for blue dials .

  • @azadr9231
    @azadr9231 4 года назад +7

    There aren't enough words to describe your professionalism, passion, honesty and genuineness. Amazing channel. Wishing you much success in 2021 and for many many years in the future.

  • @colinrudd5717
    @colinrudd5717 4 года назад +32

    These are insane value, and look amazing! Another home run Marc!

  • @KarlKrogmann
    @KarlKrogmann 4 года назад +49

    You should (and I'm sure you've been told this before) put together a Rolex Explorer piece; three hands, 36mm, 3-6-9 dial, etc. Do a quality piece with a good bracelet for around $250-$300 and you won't be able to keep 'em in stock.

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  4 года назад +15

      Okay, thank you.

    • @hoihoi12250
      @hoihoi12250 4 года назад +3

      Damn, definitely. Other rolex homages are low quality or hard to get. You would definitely corner the market

    • @watchmewithwatches
      @watchmewithwatches 4 года назад +5

      I second that excellent suggestion!

    • @kenrankin5814
      @kenrankin5814 4 года назад +4

      I have the ISL-54, and on a bracelet does scratch that itch somewhat, but yes, best suggestion ever :)

    • @watchmewithwatches
      @watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

      @@kenrankin5814 great choice, what bracelet have you got on it?

  • @brianmarch5959
    @brianmarch5959 4 года назад +55

    The blue dial and grey strap looks killer!

  • @roberts.4582
    @roberts.4582 4 года назад +3

    These are VERY well designed. The colors you chose for the blue and green dials a spot-on. The canvas bands are handsome. You evolved the dial design very smartly from the prototype. Bravo, Marc!

  • @gustavsberzins7230
    @gustavsberzins7230 4 года назад +3

    I've been waiting for a field watch from you, because I've seen some of your other stuff and I really anticipated for this watch to be with near-perfect specs for my needs. AND it fckn is and with such great price. Great value for money. Thank you

  • @jeffbazayants7415
    @jeffbazayants7415 4 года назад +2

    One could see how much love you put into that signature blue one, Marc! Congratulations!

  • @okihaveaname
    @okihaveaname 4 года назад +23

    Dude your specs-to-value ratio is 🔥🔥! And IMO displaying a Seiko movement is displaying reliability.

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  4 года назад +3

      Totally agree!

    • @deanwaller8283
      @deanwaller8283 3 года назад +1

      And toughness,it's based off the 7s26 one of the toughest mechanical movements ever made

  • @IlyaSolodky
    @IlyaSolodky 4 года назад

    This is a way to do a honest presentation of your creature! It's a lot of stuff to be proud about, but it's is just honest and humble way to review the features! You can feel an engineer is talking! Bravo!

  • @matthewyonkman5692
    @matthewyonkman5692 4 года назад +6

    Man, these are all gorgeous! How on earth am I supposed to decide which one to ask my wife for?
    You knocked it out of the park!

  • @ahmadothman9250
    @ahmadothman9250 4 года назад +1

    You inspire me as an engineer who pursued his passion away from the field. As a fellow engineer I find that very respectful and I wish you best of luck. Just starting the hobby and stumbling upon your channel was like finding a treasure chest of information. Good luck and best regards

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  4 года назад

      Wow, thank you!

    • @dryver8
      @dryver8 4 года назад

      Seconded from a designer and sourcing agent (furniture)

  • @jtsnowman66
    @jtsnowman66 4 года назад +2

    The blue one really reminds me of my old Swatch happy joe from the 90s. Beautiful!!

  • @thedar7164
    @thedar7164 3 года назад +2

    My Islander Field Watch in Black came in today, wow... what a beauty.. build quality second to none.. at $189 this is unreal.. I also ordered a 3 ring Nato/ strap with grey strip and the quality of the strap is incredible $9.95 .. maybe I am crazy but wow.. this is like a best kept secret but I doubt for long.. in any event you make products like these you deserve all the success.. I know quality when I see it feel it etc.. not sure why Todd Snyder promotes Timex so hard.. these Islanders are amazing they really are.

  • @mosytube
    @mosytube 4 года назад +10

    Beautifully done Marc!! Love all of them but leaning towards the white, as I already have the hamilton khaki mechanical 38 with black dial.
    Any chance you offer these with slightly smaller specs in the near future - perhaps 38mm, 10-11mm thickness and maybe 46-47 lug to lug?

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  4 года назад

      White seems to be the popular one.

    • @caomhan84
      @caomhan84 4 года назад +3

      I agree, these are slightly on the big side for my preference in a field watch style (and a tad too thick). But it all depends on the case design honestly. A 40 mm/48 Timex Marlin fits smaller on me than a 39 mm/46 Laco Augsburg. Go figure.

    • @nplus1watches35
      @nplus1watches35 3 года назад +1

      Yep, agreed on a smaller size. IMO, if the dimensions followed the SNKN31 or SNKN33, etc, dimensions, but with an NH35 or NH36 movement, it would be truer to a classic field watch. But these are beautiful watches and a great value, and will likely fit more people (i.e. folks who feel a smaller watch looks “off” on a 7+” wrist)

  • @jameslovasziii6917
    @jameslovasziii6917 3 года назад +1

    Well I just ordered one! I feel this meets the things I’m looking for in a field watch. Can’t wait to get it!!

  • @alextomlinson1725
    @alextomlinson1725 4 года назад

    A proper field watch. Function before fashion. As an engineer I can really appreciate this piece. Excellent work Mark.

  • @dantreview4698
    @dantreview4698 3 года назад +3

    Very cool, Marc. Would be great to see a PVD coated black one in the future!

  • @ThatstheWatch
    @ThatstheWatch 3 года назад +1

    I really like what you are doing for the watch community. Apart from tutorials and watch reviews, your own line of watches are well made and well loved. Thanks for all your hard work.

  • @deadeyedsam850
    @deadeyedsam850 4 года назад +1

    I love watching you grow as a micro-brand , adding new models and designs . 👍👍

  • @ei4kc
    @ei4kc 3 года назад +1

    i received the blue version today.
    fantastic watch and amazing quality.
    strap is excellent also cant recommend enough.

  • @brandonmorton5546
    @brandonmorton5546 4 года назад

    Bought one today and man am I excited. No other field watch comes with such bonuses for under 300. Bravo man. I will be doing a full review on it.

  • @cjsvideo
    @cjsvideo 4 года назад +6

    I think these are great. Do you anticipate a no date variant in the future? I loved that option when I purchased the ISL-54.

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  4 года назад +1

      Possible. We will see how these do.

    • @hoss1816
      @hoss1816 4 года назад

      No date would be great. I’d finally have my high end weekender I’ve “longing” for :)

  • @specialkfouryou
    @specialkfouryou 4 года назад +2

    Well done Marc, these look great! I think the blue and the grey is the winner for me.

  • @cmitt8883
    @cmitt8883 4 года назад +4

    “...my logo...” Damn straight your logo. Freakin’ nice!!

  • @david300m
    @david300m 4 года назад +4

    Nice lineup. Clean, readable dials, well proportioned. For a field watch I would have preferred a solid case-back and perhaps a bit thinner. Well done and congrats.

  • @artvaldoz8676
    @artvaldoz8676 4 года назад +1

    I love the passion that you have for watches. The designs of your watches has been great in my opinion. You got me sold on this one!

  • @watchmewithwatches
    @watchmewithwatches 4 года назад +14

    LOVE this watch! A well done field watch should be in everyone's collection.

  • @tryingerring3017
    @tryingerring3017 3 года назад +1

    Just got it in the white dial version. Was tempted by all of them. Ended up with the white dial on this, and the blue dial on the Pilot B version. Look so amazing. The Green field is high on my list of future watch buys.

  • @fletchoid
    @fletchoid 4 года назад +1

    I have been looking for a watch like this for a while, and even though I already blew my watch budget for the winter, I ordered the white one before even finishing the video. I like the ease of reading the time, the screw down crown, 100M water resistance, and Sapphire crystal. All characteristics that will come in handy on my motorcycle camping trips, or just knocking around in my house while I wait for the pandemic to just go away already.

  • @ozludo
    @ozludo 4 года назад +1

    Good job Marc. Militaire straps will pair beautifully - that white dial should go with almost anything. Very good start to the year. All the best for '21.

  • @GreySectoid
    @GreySectoid 3 года назад +1

    Any plans for 37mm case and shorter lug to lug model? I'm tempted to buy this (even with import taxes) but it might be just a tad too big for my 6.25" wrist. Except for the old Seiko 5s there aren't many field watches with smaller dials, but those old Seikos suck in terms of specs.
    Also I checked out your collection, you have a really good eye for design as every watch you've put out looks just perfect. And you're right about the strap, it looks awesome, I'd definitely pick one up in white if available.

  • @SimpliciusTeutsch
    @SimpliciusTeutsch 2 года назад +1

    They are really looking great. When will they be available again?

  • @btyc
    @btyc 4 года назад +1

    Nice looking watch. Also a great platform to mod off of. I could easily see a quick replacement of the dial and hands giving this a completely unique look all of your own..

  • @trwilliams22
    @trwilliams22 3 года назад

    I've had mine for a week now and love it. This has taken the place of my everyday watch.

  • @Tonyfig123
    @Tonyfig123 4 года назад +3

    I’ll echo the 36mm comments and also suggest a hand wind version to the mix. Still love this version. Great job!

  • @ilato88
    @ilato88 4 года назад +8

    Would love to see Red! Especially since they seem to be uncommon. Always wanted the Seiko SNKM95.

    • @B33MAD
      @B33MAD 4 года назад +1

      Agreed, a red would be nice.

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  4 года назад +2

      Interesting. Burgundy? Or more shocking red?

    • @billkadar6775
      @billkadar6775 4 года назад +3

      @@islandwatch Burgundy would be exquisite.

    • @mrjasonrowland
      @mrjasonrowland 4 года назад +1

      Burgundy!

    • @ilato88
      @ilato88 4 года назад +2

      @@islandwatch Hmm. Prefer Burgundy for more wearability. Like the shocking red but it can be indeed shocking sometimes for a field watch.

  • @eberbachl
    @eberbachl 4 года назад +1

    Very slick! Killing specs! :-) Love the signed crown!

  • @ethanlareau2731
    @ethanlareau2731 3 года назад

    Hi Mark. I found you through TGV and have now subscribed to your channel, as well. My interest in both channels comes from my belief that you are both operating from a place of integrity and transparency. Thank you for that, and please be sure to maintain that as your constant standard moving forward! Unfortunately, those personal qualities seem to have become a rarity in this world. Best wishes to you and to the success of your business! I’m pretty sure that one of your new field watches will be in my collection soon!

  • @racetrackmemorabilia
    @racetrackmemorabilia 3 года назад +1

    Very nice! To be true to the A-11 daddy of all field watches history, black dial with olive drab strap option would be awesome. Also repeating my comment on another post that a monogram logo with a long capital L with smaller capital I and W on each side of the long vertical part of the L would really change the perception for me in aesthetics.

  • @Joe-lk6oc
    @Joe-lk6oc 4 года назад

    Wow, a home run in every way! Excellent looking design. WELL DONE MARK!

  • @robertm8401
    @robertm8401 4 года назад +1

    That blue dial with grey strap is stunning to look at.
    Black on black would be my pick though. 😁

  • @philipjanes
    @philipjanes 3 года назад

    Wow. I actually think these are the best you've done so far. Now I have to figure out which color. They all are great.

  • @stusims6567
    @stusims6567 4 года назад +2

    Love the green dial version! It would be great if the strap would be large enough for an 8 1/2” wrist. Great review as always Mark!!!

  • @dalewhitfield587
    @dalewhitfield587 4 года назад

    You are a gentleman and a scholar kind sir. I don't think I could find a better price for what you are offering and the cherry on top.... Screw down crown for a piece of mind .... Well done.

  • @Tarsan97
    @Tarsan97 3 года назад +1

    You know whats annoying ? I cant resist looking at this islander videos. Im not really in the market for a watch, I have one seiko, and one invicta for tougher job use. But I have to say I really like how all of this watches look and are made. The taste and thinking behind them really line up with my taste. To be picky I like to see this field watches in a smaller version as well, like 39 mm., or even a bit smaller. Just for practical reasons it will not scratch in to things while working like on an engine or something like that. I may save up and buy my wife an islander for a start. I dont know how I do that from Norway. Will find out :-)
    NB! Correction: I found out later that you have this watch in 39 mm.....so you got that right as well :

  • @mikezamora4733
    @mikezamora4733 3 года назад

    Received mine on Wednesday and love it. Awesome specs and value. +4 seconds a day accuracy to boot, I’ll take it! Great job on this one Marc!

  • @thehappywristchannel
    @thehappywristchannel 4 года назад +1

    Can’t go wrong with a field watch! That green dial would look stunning on a brown leather strap

  • @zerox615
    @zerox615 4 года назад

    Awesome watch. You are killing it with the islander line. Keep up the good work and please don't stop making watches. That green one is on my to buy list now.

  • @mbcarlson
    @mbcarlson 3 года назад

    Very nice, clean design, Mark. I really like your logo and how you don't have to print "Islander" below it on the dial. It works well alone.

  • @zHumanfactor
    @zHumanfactor 4 года назад +1

    Marc, you nailed it sir. Love the hand set, a very Hamilton Khaki field feel to it. Love the size. All at a great price. I think I like the blue one the best.

  • @joaovitoramaralsilva9745
    @joaovitoramaralsilva9745 4 года назад

    Mark, you’re killing it with the Islanders!

  • @uniquehorn1480
    @uniquehorn1480 3 года назад

    I love the color choices. I especially like the green you went with

  • @danrex8
    @danrex8 4 года назад +2

    This is going to be my first islander!

  • @byronservies4043
    @byronservies4043 4 года назад

    Thank you, Mark, this is exactly what I have asked for in a field watch in previous comments. I have ordered an ISL-43 and am excited to wear it.

  • @scottsj4625
    @scottsj4625 4 года назад +1

    Really nice watches and very good value. Thanks Marc.

  • @pimpMyPogo
    @pimpMyPogo 4 года назад +2

    Blue with grey strap debuts at number one on my next watch list!

  • @commandZee
    @commandZee 4 года назад

    These Islander unveiling videos are a treat. I love the sans serif type faces you used for the arabics and especially the 'Automatic 100 Meters' it has a very Teutonic minimalist look.

  • @atsci
    @atsci 4 года назад

    You are really thinking to the core while designing this line up....Excellent job.....These will sell like hot cakes!!

  • @tobytayles1
    @tobytayles1 4 года назад +2

    Love these especially the white one, they give the Hamilton khaki a run for your money. Any thoughts on doing an Islander explorer?

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  4 года назад +2

      Certainly a possibility.

    • @tobytayles1
      @tobytayles1 4 года назад

      @@islandwatch they would sell amazingly well

  • @Dugger1991
    @Dugger1991 4 года назад

    Awesome!!! Rubber straps have become very popular due to hand washing. Can you have non porous options for it?

  • @vanbarrettdesign
    @vanbarrettdesign 3 года назад

    Way to go! So encouraging to see this happen.

  • @MammothBehemoth
    @MammothBehemoth 4 года назад +1

    Any of your bracelets fits here?
    I'm thinking it would look really good in bracelet

  • @tacticaltimepieces3941
    @tacticaltimepieces3941 4 года назад +1

    Great watch and am surprised they’re under $200. Well done.

  • @BlueGearReviews
    @BlueGearReviews 4 года назад +4

    Love the Blue Dial....the display case back sold me on this! Beautiful watches.
    What is the weight of the watch?

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  4 года назад +4

      I'll get one weighed and update the site.

  • @TheCerealHobbyist
    @TheCerealHobbyist 3 года назад

    Just got a black one for my anniversary and LOVE it! The lume is good, the dial is very legible and clean, love the syringe arms. Really happy with it. Had to go read about it on the site and was kind of shocked how affordable it is. My only word of caution, and it is VERY minor, is that the strap is pretty stiff and hard to put on at first. Obviously that will get better with time and it is a very high quality strap.

  • @Huntersky0
    @Huntersky0 4 года назад

    Looks great, black with cream lume would be just perfect!

  • @ryanbarkhurst3043
    @ryanbarkhurst3043 4 года назад

    I love your channel and I'm new to watches, thank you so much for your watch and learn videos, it helps me learn the basics of watches

  • @jacobb1354
    @jacobb1354 3 года назад

    Pretty new to the watch world, although I’ve been wearing them for 25+ years. Really like these designs. I had no idea that you put them together yourself. Very nice!

  • @gagansandhu7042
    @gagansandhu7042 4 года назад

    Nicely done Marc, congrats on the new release.

  • @kevinscott6103
    @kevinscott6103 3 года назад

    I was looking at the latest Seiko field watch but saw this one and ordered the Black version. Looking forward to receiving it in the UK..

  • @pederlindstrom3132
    @pederlindstrom3132 4 года назад

    Hello Marc.
    You know I am a sucker for green but I have to admit that blue one is a knock out and the grey strap on top,, perfect.

  • @larryterry4337
    @larryterry4337 3 года назад

    Love this one. My favorite field-watch design at any price.

    • @deanwaller8283
      @deanwaller8283 3 года назад

      My favourite at any price,I adore mine

  • @Roman-kx7tt
    @Roman-kx7tt 3 года назад

    Looking to upgrade from SNZG15J1. I love the red tip on the second hand. I really want day and date. I also like how just the 12 o'clock position is different.

  • @WhiskyCanuck
    @WhiskyCanuck 4 года назад

    RUclips hasn't been showing me your channel for quite some time (stupid algorithm!) - I had no idea you were now designing your own line of watches! So cool!

  • @shane6533
    @shane6533 4 года назад

    Fantastic job Marc! These look great. Definitely agree with the suggestions for a 36mm explorer inspired piece. Would snap one of those up straight away

  • @t-chip2855
    @t-chip2855 4 года назад +1

    The blue dial would also pair nicely with the olive drab strap.

    • @Dmichoacan
      @Dmichoacan 4 года назад

      Blue dials like this always go great with any brown leather if that’s your thing

  • @uniqu3xperience965
    @uniqu3xperience965 4 года назад +2

    Going against hamilton! I like it! Was looking for something like this but hamiltons are too much money. Now what color should I buy! Difficult! Will buy all of them lol

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  4 года назад

      Yeah I agree

    • @uniqu3xperience965
      @uniqu3xperience965 4 года назад

      @@islandwatch hello Marc, is there in the pipeline a grab and go quartz watch in the future? My job is pretty rough and I always worry I will be banging my automatic watches. So I have some cheap analogue casios but they scratch so easily and after a season they are garbage. Imagine a sapphire 40mm islander casio duro i can only hope lol

  • @antonioandrade4495
    @antonioandrade4495 4 года назад

    They look great, especially the green dial. I have a question. Is the case made of 316L stainless steel?

  • @dualantauri
    @dualantauri 4 года назад

    Awesome watch, only complain is that the 12 mark can't really be recognized since it's identical to the 3, 6 and 9. Maybe that will be fixed in future iterations, if it is I'll get one without a doubt...

  • @MrBlizzard769
    @MrBlizzard769 3 года назад

    This is my next watch . Or the high bear dress . The price and quality just can’t be touched . Great move Marc . I’m a corrections officer and I usually wear strictly gshock at work but this right here for the price is my new watch . Amazing

  • @jonahhekmatyar
    @jonahhekmatyar 4 года назад +1

    Super nice, been looking forward to a field watch from you. The more saturated green is a nice change from the typical more subdued colors. Any chance of a gunmetal or black case version in the future if these do well (for those of use that actually wear our field watches in the military 😀)?

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  4 года назад +1

      I will, if these are successful.

  • @jisa98
    @jisa98 4 года назад

    Beautiful collection! Nice new features like quick strap release and see thru saphire case back. The green dial is beautiful!

  • @jakubklein
    @jakubklein 4 года назад

    I like that you kept the size at reasonable 39. Watches that I own tend to get smaller overtime... This is wearable and still holds field watch clarity. Good job Mark!

  • @knifecharlatan8912
    @knifecharlatan8912 4 года назад

    Wow!! I believe I'm going to buy one. These are great!!! The only wish I have, is for a big strap to easily fit my 8.5 inch wrist. I'm always at the last hole, or 2nd hole on every strap.

  • @mm_sand9704
    @mm_sand9704 4 года назад

    Have a bunch of watches from different price points - this is hands down the best value for the specs! Just placed my order!

  • @Lundgreen19
    @Lundgreen19 3 года назад

    Really nice , congratulaciones, with no date complication a must.

  • @lawrencelibby3607
    @lawrencelibby3607 3 года назад +1

    One thing I like about mine is the legible date window. Important for an old guy.

  • @turnbasedtoddy7664
    @turnbasedtoddy7664 4 года назад

    Good call on the grey strap for the blue it looks great. I honestly don’t think there is anyone else that has the awesome prices you do for what you get. It’s pretty amazing you can get a watch like this for $189. This is a no brainer.

  • @Fuffy27
    @Fuffy27 4 года назад

    The dial reminds me of a Timex weekender which is one budget watch I really adore. Also I've been looking at hamilton field watches for a while and being sad I didn't have that kind of money to spend.
    Of course when I saw this I had to place an order for something more affordable that I can wear in many situations (with AWESOME specs too)!

  • @ShinSoulTC
    @ShinSoulTC 4 года назад

    I was going for the boldr venture but the only think that makes me hesitate to buy was the absence of date complication. This watch is very nice and looks as a hamilton Khaki, so maybe i need more time to evaluate my options.

  • @John-P
    @John-P 4 года назад

    Hi Marc What a good looking watch, so clean, so easy to read and a good size, and it's not a diver what's not to like, love the blue it's on my list for 2021 thanks stay safe.

  • @cowboyswami2017
    @cowboyswami2017 4 года назад

    I love these Islanders. Just bought the black dial one, I have been waiting for them to arrive. I might have to get a white dial too. Honestly they have to be the best deal ever. Great Job Marc

  • @marcgoulding5230
    @marcgoulding5230 4 года назад

    Agreed on the grey strap with the blue - a fantastic combination!

  • @MobileTech296
    @MobileTech296 4 года назад

    Dang Marc, every time I think I've finally decided which one to get you release another beautiful piece. At this rate I'm never going to get one, either that or spend far too much on all of the ones I want. lol. Looks like you've got another winner on your hands.

  • @gamesetmatt23
    @gamesetmatt23 4 года назад

    Great job, Marc. I think you got the colour pairings with the straps and the dials just right. Love that forest green, much nicer than the standard drab/olive colour you usually get. 👍

  • @H0kram
    @H0kram 4 года назад

    Fantastic job Marc, simple and well executed design. We see again your talent in listening customers.
    For me it's probably between the green and blue.

  • @AniHajderaj
    @AniHajderaj 4 года назад +1

    Is it possible to customize these at all? A red seconds hand on any of these would look so sick.

    • @dropj3
      @dropj3 4 года назад

      Exactly this. Or a red tip

  • @Mister_Phafanapolis
    @Mister_Phafanapolis 4 года назад

    Good looking watch. The hardware on the straps looks top notch. Very well done field watches!