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Traska Commuter Carbon BlackvsStudio Underd0g Watermelon (Gen3)

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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.

Studio Underd0g Watermelon (Gen3)

Owners widely praise the Studio Underd0g Watermelon (Gen3) for its fun, entrepreneurial, and affordable nature, with a design described as "Bauhaus meets Bugs Bunny." However, some find its colors a love-it-or-hate-it feature and others perceive the overall quality and finishing as a tier below comparable watches. Accuracy figures are not specified, but one owner found the watch too thick for their taste. The chronograph function has been noted as potentially sticky or jumpy. On balance, owners are divided on the Studio Underd0g Watermelon (Gen3), with opinions split between its unique design and perceived value for money.

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Commuter Carbon Black40mm
Watermelon (Gen3)38.5mm
Power Reserve
Commuter Carbon Black42h
Watermelon (Gen3)40h
Water Resistance
Commuter Carbon Black100m
Watermelon (Gen3)
MSRP
Commuter Carbon Black$700
Watermelon (Gen3)$550

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
38.5mm
Thickness
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and Polished
Water Resistance
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inside
Dial Color
Salmon
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$550
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