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Traska Commuter Carbon BlackvsFarer ROCHÉ II

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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.

Farer ROCHÉ II

The Farer ROCHÉ II is widely praised for its excellent value, thoughtful case finishing with contrasting textures, and its wearable 39mm size. Owners and reviewers highlight the quality of the dial and case, with one owner noting the five-year movement warranty. However, one owner points out the absence of lume on their version's indices, and a reviewer observed a roughness on the micro pique dial's edges in direct light. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Farer ROCHÉ II highly for its exceptional value and well-executed design at its price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
ROCHÉ II39mm
Power Reserve
Commuter Carbon Black42h
ROCHÉ II50h
Water Resistance
Commuter Carbon Black100m
ROCHÉ II100m
MSRP
Commuter Carbon Black$700
ROCHÉ II$1,495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
World Timer
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
0mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
45mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW330-2
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
50h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$1,495
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