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Traska Commuter Carbon BlackvsSeiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial

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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.

Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial for its stunning, inky black urushi lacquer dial, noting its deep visual depth and soft sheen with gold accents or Roman numerals. The 40.2mm stainless steel case, rated for 100 meters of water resistance, is considered classy and elegant, with one owner appreciating the interplay of light on the dial's textured hands and glossy second hand. The 72-hour power reserve of the 6R5H or 6R54 movement is a consistent highlight, and the accessible price point is frequently mentioned. Some owners note visible pores on the white logo and Roman numerals, and visible scratches from polishing in bright light, while one reviewer flags the GMT function's dial setting as slightly wonky. Accuracy is rated at +25 to -15 seconds per day by multiple sources.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial40.2mm
Power Reserve
Commuter Carbon Black42h
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial72h
Water Resistance
Commuter Carbon Black100m
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial100m
MSRP
Commuter Carbon Black$700
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial$1,650

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
40mm
40.2mm
Thickness
0mm
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
48mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Underside
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Salmon
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
6R5H
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
72h
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$1,650
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