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Traska Commuter Carbon BlackvsFormex Field Automatic

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

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.

Formex Field Automatic

Owners widely praise the Formex Field Automatic for its lightweight, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment and its comfortable wearability, especially with quick-release straps and a carbon clasp. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's legibility and depth, with one noting the Petrol Blue's great color and subtle texture. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. The watch offers 150m water resistance and is seen as good value under $1000. Some owners desire a matching titanium bracelet and find the numeral typography less appealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its robust, comfortable titanium construction and functional dial design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The titanium case construction and the sandwich dial are consistently praised. Reviewers noted a perceived "corner cut" and questioned the value at its price point.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
Field Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Commuter Carbon Black42h
Field Automatic41h
Water Resistance
Commuter Carbon Black100m
Field Automatic150m
MSRP
Commuter Carbon Black$700
Field Automatic$881

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Thickness
0mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
46.6mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Salmon
Ash Grey

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
24
0
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$881
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