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Trafford Watch Co CrossroadsvsVario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)

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Crossroads
Trafford Watch CoCrossroads
MSRP $649
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)
VarioNAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)
MSRP $596

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Crossroads38mm
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)38mm
Power Reserve
Crossroads48 hoursh
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)40h
Water Resistance
Crossroads50m
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)100m
MSRP
Crossroads$649
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)$596

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Thickness
0mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
46mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Finish
Hardened scratch-resistant coating
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dial Color
Moontower Edition
Red
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova BGW9
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 82s5
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
48 hoursh
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$649
$596

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Trafford Watch Co Crossroads

Owners widely praise the Trafford Watch Co Crossroads for its unique and unconventional case shape, dial execution, and overall design, often described as classy and evoking a 70s or scholarly vibe. The watch features a 36x38mm case with a 46mm lug-to-lug, which owners report wears like a 40mm round watch and is just under 11mm thick. Specific design elements frequently highlighted include polished lugs, an overlapping bezel, a concave crystal, and contrasting second hands, with some noting subtle case side finishing and a hardened case coating. The Miyota 9039 movement is reported to keep excellent time, with one owner seeing +/- 5 seconds per day accuracy. Some owners note a minor, light-dependent imperfection on the case near the 8 o'clock position. The 5ATM water resistance is considered a limitation for swimming. While brand owner responsiveness is generally praised, some potential buyers experienced difficulty reaching the brand via Instagram.

From video reviewers

The watch features a unique dial that shifts between bright and moody tones depending on lighting. One weakness is the lack of lume brightness, as the syringe hands are filled with BGW9 Swiss Super-LumiNova but don't seem effective in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's seriousness, with one reviewer saying it's not meant for formal occasions, while others don't mention this aspect.

Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)

Owners widely praise the Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition) for its unique single-hand time display, captivating dial featuring a wave pattern and red tiger eye stone with subtle striations, and Art Deco numerals. The 38mm stainless steel case, double-domed sapphire crystal, and German leather strap contribute to a comfortable and elegant build, with the watch weighing 74g. Some users find the varied font sizes on the dial distracting, while others appreciate the cool style and dial colors. One owner suggests reworking the sub-dial's seconds hand and track for a less sporty look, and another felt the English text and font balance were not ideal. Overall, owners rate the Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition) highly for its unique dial and comfortable wear at an affordable price.

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