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Traska Commuter Carbon BlackvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical

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Commuter Carbon Black
TraskaCommuter Carbon Black
MSRP $700
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical
SeikoProspex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical
MSRP $995
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.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical is praised for its visually appealing design and comfortable wearability, with owners frequently using its chronograph function for daily tasks. Reviewers note its clean dial layout and LumiBrite treated hands and markers, and one source highlights the 72-hour power reserve of the 6R55 movement. However, some owners criticize its chronograph functionality and the 24-hour subdial. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical highly for its daily usability and refined aesthetics.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical39.5mm
Power Reserve
Commuter Carbon Black42h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical72h
Water Resistance
Commuter Carbon Black100m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical200m
MSRP
Commuter Carbon Black$700
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical$995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Underside
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Salmon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
MIYOTA 9039
6R55
Power Reserve
42h
72h
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$995
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