Bernhardt The Cipher DivervsTraska Freediver Arctic

The Cipher Diver
BernhardtThe Cipher Diver

Ref. the-cipher-diver-bg-fall-2026-pre-order·MSRP $795

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Bernhardt The Cipher Diver at true scale

The Cipher Diver

Traska Freediver Arctic at true scale

Freediver Arctic

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

11.5mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$795

$795

Movement

Miyota 9039

Miyota 9039

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
Polished
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Underside
Dial Color
n/a
White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
42h
Jewels
0
24
Complications
None
Chronograph, Date
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Bernhardt The Cipher Diver

Bernhardt The Cipher Diver is praised for its 39mm case size and sapphire crystal. Owners widely report the bracelet construction and lume are adequate, with one noting the lume is patchy and short-lived. The Miyota 9039 automatic movement is expected to provide reliable timekeeping. Overall, owners rate Bernhardt The Cipher Diver highly for its value and wearable dimensions.

Traska Freediver Arctic

Owners widely praise the Traska Freediver Arctic for its pleasing design and excellent value, with particular commendation for its bracelet featuring hardening and micro-adjustments, which some find superior to those on higher-priced watches. The 48mm lug-to-lug dimension is considered wearable, even on smaller wrists, due to the bracelet's female endlinks and the newer generation's taper. Owners are split on the bracelet's comfort, with some finding it sharp and preferring alternative straps, while others find it comfortable. Some owners note mismatched lume on the hands and dial markers. Overall, owners rate the Traska Freediver Arctic highly for its aesthetic appeal and feature set at its price point.

From video reviewers

The bracelet and clasp are exceptionally well-built. The hard coating adds durability for daily wear. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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