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Traska Commuter Carbon BlackvsOrient Classic Watch

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What people say

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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.

Orient Classic Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Classic Watch for its excellent fit and finish, polished look suitable for suits, and classy signed crown. The modern 40mm case size and retro styling are appreciated, allowing it to blend well with any outfit without being ostentatious. The crown is not screw-down but operates smoothly. Overall, owners consider the Orient Classic Watch a well-built, ideal suit watch that they would buy again.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
Classic Watch40mm
Power Reserve
Commuter Carbon Black42h
Classic Watch40h
Water Resistance
Commuter Carbon Black100m
Classic Watch100m
MSRP
Commuter Carbon Black$700
Classic Watch$245

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Thickness
0mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Caseback
Display

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Salmon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Orient F6722
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Chronograph, Date
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$245
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