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Traska Commuter Carbon BlackvsMarloe Watch Company Solent Timer

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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.

Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer for its beautiful design and perceived quality, with excellent packaging noted as a positive. One owner reports the included strap may be too large for wrists under 7 inches. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting their GMT runs a tad fast. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer highly for its aesthetic appeal and quality feel.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
Solent Timer42mm
Power Reserve
Commuter Carbon Black42h
Solent Timer40h
Water Resistance
Commuter Carbon Black100m
Solent Timer100m
MSRP
Commuter Carbon Black$700
Solent Timer$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
0mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Salmon
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Natulite

Movement

3 specs
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$399
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