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Makydo Makydo 38vsTraska Venturer GMT

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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.

Makydo 38

Owners widely praise the Makydo 38 for its excellent finishing and comfortable wearability as a daily watch. The mosaic dial and leather watch roll are noted as distinctive inclusions. However, some question its value proposition at the stated price point, and one owner reported a negative customer service experience; opinion on the asymmetrical case shape is split, with some finding it interesting and classy while others are less convinced. Overall, owners rate the Makydo 38 highly for its finishing quality and practical daily-wear comfort, though pricing remains a point of contention in the community.

Traska Venturer GMT

Owners widely praise the Traska Venturer GMT for its slim, wearable 38.5mm case and comfortable Oyster-style bracelet featuring an excellent micro-adjustment system. Reviewers highlight its outstanding build quality for the price, crisp glossy white lacquered dial, and reliable flyer GMT functionality powered by the Miyota 9075 movement. One owner finds the Traska Venturer GMT a versatile watch suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Traska Venturer GMT highly for its exceptional value and wearability.

From video reviewers

The Traska Venturer GMT has a notable movement with the Sellita SW330-1 caliber, praised for its accuracy and reliability. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's most notable feature, with one highlighting the independently adjustable hour hand for quickly adapting to a new timezone, and the other praising the movement's accuracy and reliability.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Makydo 3838mm
Venturer GMT40mm
Power Reserve
Makydo 38
Venturer GMT42h
Water Resistance
Makydo 38150m
Venturer GMT150m
MSRP
Makydo 38$354
Venturer GMT$950

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
13.2mm
0mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota 9075
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
42h
Jewels
0
26
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$354
$950
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