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Traska Commuter Carbon BlackvsCincinnati Watch Company Guild Mechanical Watch Gold PVD

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What people say

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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.

Cincinnati Watch Company Guild Mechanical Watch Gold PVD

Cincinnati Watch Company owners praise its legibility and slim case, with appreciation for the hand length and design. One owner notes the watch gains approximately 2 seconds per day. The acrylic crystal and stamped clasp are identified as lower-end materials, though customer service is highlighted as excellent. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company well for its vintage-inspired design and legibility.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
Guild Mechanical Watch Gold PVD36mm
Power Reserve
Commuter Carbon Black42h
Guild Mechanical Watch Gold PVD45h
Water Resistance
Commuter Carbon Black100m
Guild Mechanical Watch Gold PVD30m
MSRP
Commuter Carbon Black$700
Guild Mechanical Watch Gold PVD$650

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Salmon
Multiple
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
45h
Jewels
24
18
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$650
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