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RZE Resolute Type AvsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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Resolute Type A
RZEResolute Type A
MSRP $499
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Resolute Type A39mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
Resolute Type A40h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
Resolute Type A200m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
Resolute Type A$499
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Black
White
Indices
Arabic numerals
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$665

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What people say

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RZE Resolute Type A

The RZE Resolute Type A is praised for its build quality, finishing, and highly legible dial with luminous elements, all at a $499 price point. Its sandblasted titanium case features an UltraHex coating, and it measures 39.5mm by 11.5mm with 100 meters of water resistance. A reviewer notes the Miyota 82S0 movement's crown operation feels grainy. On balance, reviewers highlight the RZE Resolute Type A as a well-built and legible pilot's watch offering good value.

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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