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Traska Commuter Carbon BlackvsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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Commuter Carbon Black
TraskaCommuter Carbon Black
MSRP $700
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
Commuter Carbon Black42h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
Commuter Carbon Black100m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
Commuter Carbon Black$700
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Salmon
MOP
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
MIYOTA 9039
Seiko NH34 GMT
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$499

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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.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

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