The Islander Mitchel Black DLC Field Watch is a modern take on the classic field watch, featuring a "stealth" aesthetic with a fully luminous Super-LumiNova dial. The dial provides high visibility in low-light conditions, while its black-on-white 12-hour and 24-hour military scales ensure quick time acquisition. To protect the dial from scratches and minimize glare, the watch is equipped with an anti-reflective sapphire crystal. The case is finished with a durable Black Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating, providing enhanced resistance to wear and an understated, tactical look.
Designed for comfort and versatility, the Mitchel features a 39mm case diameter and a thickness of 12mm. The lug-to-lug distance of 48.5mm ensures a secure fit on most wrist sizes without extending beyond the edges. It is paired with a 20mm black nylon weave strap that features contrast stitching, a leather backing, and quick-release pins for tool-free changes. At a total weight of 70 grams, the watch is lightweight and suitable for all-day wear.
Powering the ISL-83 is the Seiko NH35 automatic movement, a reliable Japanese caliber that has been modified to remove the date mechanics for a cleaner, symmetrical look. This movement supports hand-winding and hacking, with a power reserve of approximately 41 hours. The mechanical operation is visible through a screw-down exhibition-window caseback, and a signed screw-down crown ensures a solid 100-meter water resistance rating, making it a dependable partner for daily field use.
- SKU: ISL-83
- Case Material: Black DLC Stainless Steel
- Dimensions: 39mm x 12mm
- Lug-to-Lug: 48.5mm
- Lug Width: 20mm
- Movement: Seiko NH35 Automatic (Modified No-Date, hand-winds, hacks)
- Crystal: Anti-Reflective Sapphire
- Case Back: Exhibition Window Screw-In
- Water Resistance: 100 Meters (10 ATM)
- Strap: Black Nylon Weave with Leather Backing and Quick-Release Pins
- Weight: 70 Grams
- Warranty: 1-Year Long Island Watch Warranty
Islander Watches is the ultimate "for enthusiasts, by enthusiasts" brand, born from Marc Frankel’s mission to build the spec-heavy tool watches the community actually wants. By taking classic silhouettes and loading them with premium upgrades—like sapphire crystals, ceramic bezels, and solid-link bracelets—Islander delivers incredible value and utility without the luxury markup. It’s honest, New York-bred watchmaking that prioritizes great fit and rugged reliability for the everyday collector.
