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Traska Commuter Carbon BlackvsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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Commuter Carbon Black
TraskaCommuter Carbon Black
MSRP $700
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Commuter Carbon Black42h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Commuter Carbon Black100m
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
Commuter Carbon Black$700
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Salmon
40mm
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
MIYOTA 9039
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$750

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What people say

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Traska Commuter Carbon Black

The Traska Commuter Carbon Black is widely praised for its excellent fit and finish, with owners noting its build quality rivals significantly more expensive watches. Its proprietary hardening coating offers notable scratch resistance, and the slim 10.5mm case and comfortable bracelet with toolless micro-adjustment contribute to its wearability. The Miyota 9039 movement powers the watch, and one reviewer noted its accuracy at -10/+20 seconds per day. Some owners find the bracelet potentially too large for wrists under 6.5 inches, and one griped about coarse brushing on the hands and initial stiffness in the crown threading. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Traska Commuter Carbon Black highly for its exceptional value and robust finishing.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical is widely praised for its creative and original design, making it a fun conversation starter and a well-made watch for its price point. Owners appreciate the vibrant colors and quality packaging, with one reviewer noting the 40mm case dimensions and elegant lugs. The Swiss STP1-11 movement is reported to have acceptable accuracy. Some owners, however, find the Milanese bracelet too shiny, while the nylon strap may be small in diameter for some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical highly for its unique design and good value.

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