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Serica Ref. 6190 Field ChronometervsTraska Commuter Carbon Black

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Serica Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer

Owners widely praise the Serica Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer for its refined dials and slimmer case, with one owner calling the black dial the "blackest of blacks" and another finding it not top-heavy. The COSC-certified automatic movement is noted, and the Bonklip bracelet is described by one owner as the most comfortable they have ever experienced. However, one owner found the 9 o'clock crown undesirable and noted a ding on the bezel, while another owner found the Bonklip bracelet too small for their wrist. The €990 price is a significant increase from its predecessor, and some may miss the charm of a manual-winding caliber. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Serica Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer for its updated design and comfortable bracelet, despite some concerns about the crown placement and price.

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.

From video reviewers

The watch's slim case and comfortable dimensions are praised. Reviewers found the $700 price point to be expensive.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer38mm
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer42h
Commuter Carbon Black42h
Water Resistance
Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer200m
Commuter Carbon Black100m
MSRP
Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer$1,293
Commuter Carbon Black$700

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
10.4mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Underside
Dial Color
M.S.L. - Enamel Balck
Salmon

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Soprod M100
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
0
24
Complications
COSC
Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,293
$700
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