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Maen Brooklyn 36vsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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Brooklyn 36
MaenBrooklyn 36
MSRP $639
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Brooklyn 3636mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
Brooklyn 3640h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
Brooklyn 3650m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
Brooklyn 36$639
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
11.1mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
M5.1.1
White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9122
9039
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$639
$665

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What people say

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Maen Brooklyn 36

Owners widely praise the Maen Brooklyn 36 for its attractive sunburst dials, particularly the green and tan combination, and its well-finished Jubilee bracelet that offers an expensive feel. The 36mm case size and 46mm lug-to-lug are noted as fitting smaller wrists well, with one owner finding its 12.6mm thickness surprisingly compact. The triple calendar complication is appreciated at its price point, and some find its construction and finish superior to competitors. However, some owners express concerns about potential quality control issues, with one noting an askew 12 o'clock index. There are also mixed sentiments regarding the brand's newness and the longevity of its Miyota movement compared to established Swiss brands, alongside questions about its price point relative to other options. Overall, owners rate the Maen Brooklyn 36 highly for its attractive design and value, particularly its dial and bracelet finishing.

From video reviewers

The Maen M5.1.1 features a classy dial with a strong Rolex-inspired design. The watch's finishing and quality are on par with previous Maen watches. The Maen M5.1.1 has a relatively high price compared to its competitors, which might be a drawback for some buyers.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

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