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Formex Field AutomaticvsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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Field Automatic
FormexField Automatic
MSRP $881
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665
What people say

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Formex Field Automatic

Owners widely praise the Formex Field Automatic for its lightweight, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment and its comfortable wearability, especially with quick-release straps and a carbon clasp. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's legibility and depth, with one noting the Petrol Blue's great color and subtle texture. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. The watch offers 150m water resistance and is seen as good value under $1000. Some owners desire a matching titanium bracelet and find the numeral typography less appealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its robust, comfortable titanium construction and functional dial design at its price point.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Field Automatic40mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
Field Automatic41h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
Field Automatic150m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
Field Automatic$881
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Thickness
10.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
46mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Ash Grey
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
9039
Power Reserve
41h
42h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$881
$665
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