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Traska Freediver ArcticvsSeiko Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition

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What people say

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Traska Freediver Arctic

Owners widely praise the Traska Freediver Arctic for its pleasing design and excellent value, with particular commendation for its bracelet featuring hardening and micro-adjustments, which some find superior to those on higher-priced watches. The 48mm lug-to-lug dimension is considered wearable, even on smaller wrists, due to the bracelet's female endlinks and the newer generation's taper. Owners are split on the bracelet's comfort, with some finding it sharp and preferring alternative straps, while others find it comfortable. Some owners note mismatched lume on the hands and dial markers. Overall, owners rate the Traska Freediver Arctic highly for its aesthetic appeal and feature set at its price point.

From video reviewers

The bracelet and clasp are exceptionally well-built. The hard coating adds durability for daily wear. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

Seiko Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition

The Seiko Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition is noted for its unique graduated "shiracha" dial and its upcycled leather straps from Regal. It features a 40.2mm stainless steel case and is powered by the 6R55 calibre, which offers a 72-hour power reserve. The movement has a specified accuracy of +25/-15 seconds per day. The watch is a limited edition of 3000 units and has a water resistance of 100m. It is priced at US$1,050. On balance, owners and reviewers highlight the distinctive dial and the sustainable strap material as key appeals of the Seiko Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Freediver Arctic40mm
Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition40.2mm
Power Reserve
Freediver Arctic42h
Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition72h
Water Resistance
Freediver Arctic200m
Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition100m
MSRP
Freediver Arctic$735
Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition$1,050

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
40.2mm
Thickness
0mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
46mm
Finish
Polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
6R55
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
72h
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$735
$1,050
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