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Traska Seafarer CharcoalvsGrand Seiko SLGC009

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Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665
SLGC009
Grand SeikoSLGC009
MSRP $16,900

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
SLGC00943mm
Power Reserve
Seafarer Charcoal42h
SLGC00972h
Water Resistance
Seafarer Charcoal150m
SLGC009200m
MSRP
Seafarer Charcoal$665
SLGC009$16,900

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
12mm
15.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9039
9SC5
Power Reserve
42h
72h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$665
$16,900

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What people say

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Traska Seafarer Charcoal

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.

Grand Seiko SLGC009

Owners widely report the Grand Seiko SLGC009 is perceived as "big" but "not obnoxious," with some finding its bold, aggressive, and futuristic design appealing while others deem it too daring for the brand. Opinions are split on its aesthetic, with comparisons ranging from a G-Shock to the Cybertruck. One owner noted a desire for a more offset clasp. The movement is praised by some, though the dial color and hour indexes drew criticism from one voice. The Grand Seiko SLGC009's rumored discontinuation is speculated to potentially aid in value retention. On balance, owners are divided on the Grand Seiko SLGC009's polarizing design, with its movement and wearability being points of discussion.

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