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Orient Classic WatchvsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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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.

Orient Classic Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Classic Watch for its excellent fit and finish, polished look suitable for suits, and classy signed crown. The modern 40mm case size and retro styling are appreciated, allowing it to blend well with any outfit without being ostentatious. The crown is not screw-down but operates smoothly. Overall, owners consider the Orient Classic Watch a well-built, ideal suit watch that they would buy again.

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

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic Watch40mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
Classic Watch40h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
Classic Watch100m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
Classic Watch$245
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Thickness
11.9mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m
Caseback
Display

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Orient F6722
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
22
24
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Date
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$245
$665
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