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Traska Freediver ArcticvsTimefactors PRS-36

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PRS-36
TimefactorsPRS-36
MSRP $530
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.

Timefactors PRS-36

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS-36 for its classy vintage styling, comfortable thin cushion case, and brushed aluminum dial. The Peseux 7040 hand-winding movement and 37mm case size are noted, with one owner finding it wears larger than expected. The included strap and buckle are frequently cited as undesirable, with owners opting for replacements. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS-36 highly for its vintage aesthetics and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Freediver Arctic40mm
PRS-3637mm
Power Reserve
Freediver Arctic42h
PRS-36
Water Resistance
Freediver Arctic200m
PRS-3650m
MSRP
Freediver Arctic$735
PRS-36$530

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.8mm
Finish
Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Silver
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SuperLuminova C3

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Peseux 7040
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
42h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$735
$530
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