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Momentum Atlas Eclipse Solar 38vsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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What people say

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Momentum Atlas Eclipse Solar 38

Owners widely praise the Momentum Atlas Eclipse Solar 38 for its perfect 38mm size, lightweight titanium case, and excellent readability with its pilot-style dial and simple layout. The solar-powered quartz movement is appreciated for its quick charging and low maintenance, with one owner noting better lume than a previous Tissot. The watch is frequently described as a comfortable, no-frills daily wear or GADA watch that disappears on the wrist. Some owners find the branding excessive, the original leather strap stiff, and the bracelet cheap-feeling with limited adjustment. One owner reported a faulty solar movement requiring service, and another noted a small piece of fluff inside the case. Overall, owners rate the Momentum Atlas Eclipse Solar 38 highly for its comfortable wearability and value as a solar-powered field watch.

From video reviewers

The solar-powered quartz movement and lightweight titanium case are praised. The lume is considered weak. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size, with some preferring the 38mm and others the 44mm version.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

Owners widely praise the Traska Seafarer Charcoal for its attractive retro design, comfortable bracelet with on-the-fly adjustment, and exceptional value, noting its durable construction and scratch-resistant steel treatment. Some owners report issues with crooked indices or rotor problems, and one found the 150m water resistance low for its style. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Traska Seafarer Charcoal highly for its impressive build quality and value proposition.

From video reviewers

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

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Atlas Eclipse Solar 3838mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
Atlas Eclipse Solar 38
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
Atlas Eclipse Solar 38100m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
Atlas Eclipse Solar 38$235
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Seiko VS42
Miyota 9039
Type
Solar
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
42h
Jewels
0
24
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$235
$665
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