Ferro & Company TIME Master 70 BluevsTrafford Watch Co Crossroads
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Measurements
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TIME Master 70 Blue
Crossroads
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
lowest
Thickness
11mm
11mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
Power Reserve
42h
48h
highest
MSRP
$685
$649
lowest
Movement
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9039
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Ferro & Company TIME MASTER 70 BLUE / for its comfortable 39mm size and excellent wearability, with reviewers highlighting its unique TV dial shape and retro aesthetic. The bracelet is frequently commended for its on-the-fly micro-adjust clasp and overall comfort. The Miyota 9039 movement is described as solid and smooth-winding. Some owners find the design cool and potentially too retro, while others note that square watches of this size can wear larger. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Ferro & Company TIME MASTER 70 BLUE / highly for its comfortable dimensions and distinctive vintage design at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Trafford Watch Co Crossroads for its unique, unconventional case shape and dial execution, with many highlighting the thoughtful packaging and excellent customer service. Reviewers and owners alike commend its design, with some noting a 70s or scholarly vibe, and others seeing subtle resemblances to luxury brands. The Miyota 9039 movement is reported to keep excellent time, with one owner noting accuracy within +/- 5 seconds per day. The 38mm case with a 46mm lug-to-lug is described as wearing comfortably, though its 50m water resistance is considered a limitation for swimming. One owner noted a minor, light-dependent imperfection on the case. Overall, owners rate the Trafford Watch Co Crossroads highly for its distinctive design and the brand's responsive customer service.
The watch features a unique dial that shifts between bright and moody tones depending on lighting. One weakness is the lack of lume brightness, as the syringe hands are filled with BGW9 Swiss Super-LumiNova but don't seem effective in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's seriousness, with one reviewer saying it's not meant for formal occasions, while others don't mention this aspect.
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