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Traska Freediver ArcticvsStudio Underd0g Watermelon (Gen3)

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

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

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Freediver Arctic40mm
Watermelon (Gen3)38.5mm
Power Reserve
Freediver Arctic42h
Watermelon (Gen3)40h
Water Resistance
Freediver Arctic200m
Watermelon (Gen3)
MSRP
Freediver Arctic$735
Watermelon (Gen3)$550

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
38.5mm
Thickness
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Polished
Brushed and Polished
Water Resistance
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inside
Dial Color
White
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
$735
$550
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