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Traska Commuter Carbon BlackvsSeiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

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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.

Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series is widely lauded for its sharp, angular case design and the intricate finishing of its dials, often featuring traditional Japanese motifs like the Asanoha pattern. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight the beautiful interplay of polished and hairline finishes on the case and bracelet, the use of sapphire crystals, and a robust 100m water resistance. The collection is powered by reliable in-house automatic movements, with many models featuring the 6R35 movement offering a 70-hour power reserve. Some specific models are noted for their refined finishing and updated case facets, while the 24-hour sub-dial on certain variants is considered a niche complication. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series highly for its striking design and quality finishing at its price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
Presage Sharp Edged Series40.2mm
Power Reserve
Commuter Carbon Black42h
Presage Sharp Edged Series45h
Water Resistance
Commuter Carbon Black100m
Presage Sharp Edged Series100m
MSRP
Commuter Carbon Black$700
Presage Sharp Edged Series$1,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
40mm
40.2mm
Thickness
0mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
47.4mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Salmon
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko 6R21
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
45h
Jewels
24
29
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$1,100
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