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Traska Commuter Carbon BlackvsHamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto

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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.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto for its versatility as an everyday and business-casual timepiece. One owner specifically notes it felt the best on their wrist after trying multiple options. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto highly for its comfortable wearability and suitability for various occasions.

From video reviewers

The watch offers excellent build quality for its price point, with an 80-hour power reserve from the H-40 movement. The 50-meter water resistance is a limitation. Reviewers disagreed on the aesthetic appeal of the date window at 6 o'clock.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto40mm
Power Reserve
Commuter Carbon Black42h
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto80h
Water Resistance
Commuter Carbon Black100m
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto50m
MSRP
Commuter Carbon Black$700
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto$1,045

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Thickness
0mm
11.52mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Salmon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
H-40 (ETA 2834-2 base)
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
80h
Jewels
24
0
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$1,045
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