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Traska Seafarer CharcoalvsSeiko Coutura

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Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665
Coutura
SeikoCoutura
MSRP $595

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Coutura42.5mm
Power Reserve
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Coutura40h
Water Resistance
Seafarer Charcoal150m
Coutura100m
MSRP
Seafarer Charcoal$665
Coutura$595

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
42.5mm
Thickness
12mm
10.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova BGW9
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
9039
V157
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
2
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$665
$595

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What people say

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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.

Seiko Coutura

Seiko Coutura owners widely praise its wear-resistant metal treatments, with one reporting minimal scratches after six years. The watch is also lauded for its solar and perpetual calendar features, offering a "set it and forget it" experience with 100m water resistance. Owners appreciate its weight and captivating appearance, with one purchasing it for $410.88. The aesthetic, featuring contrasting gold indices and hands against a black dial, is considered appealing by some, particularly those who enjoy its unique and fun design. However, opinions on styling are divided, with some finding the dial too busy and gaudy, and others describing the line as large or sitting too high. The proprietary bracelet is also noted as a downside by some owners. One owner reports the solar power reserve can be problematic if not exposed to light regularly, while another calls their kinetic perpetual a beautiful keeper with a 4-year reserve.

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