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Traska Seafarer CharcoalvsSeiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

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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.

Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series is widely lauded for its sharp, angular case design and the intricate finishing of its dials, often featuring traditional Japanese motifs like the Asanoha pattern. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight the beautiful interplay of polished and hairline finishes on the case and bracelet, the use of sapphire crystals, and a robust 100m water resistance. The collection is powered by reliable in-house automatic movements, with many models featuring the 6R35 movement offering a 70-hour power reserve. Some specific models are noted for their refined finishing and updated case facets, while the 24-hour sub-dial on certain variants is considered a niche complication. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series highly for its striking design and quality finishing at its price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Presage Sharp Edged Series40.2mm
Power Reserve
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Presage Sharp Edged Series45h
Water Resistance
Seafarer Charcoal150m
Presage Sharp Edged Series100m
MSRP
Seafarer Charcoal$665
Presage Sharp Edged Series$1,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
40.2mm
Thickness
0mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
47.4mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova BGW9
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko 6R21
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
45h
Jewels
24
29
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$665
$1,100
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