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Traska Seafarer CharcoalvsSpinnaker Fleuss

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Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665
Fleuss
SpinnakerFleuss
MSRP $179

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Fleuss43mm
Power Reserve
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Fleuss40h
Water Resistance
Seafarer Charcoal150m
Fleuss150m
MSRP
Seafarer Charcoal$665
Fleuss$179

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9039
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$665
$179

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss for its retro design, textured dial, and good value, with many noting it looks better in person than in photos. The watch is appreciated for its robust construction and finishing, especially when found at a discount. Some owners report good timekeeping and a decent power reserve. However, the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT is criticized by some for its large case size, which can affect proportions and numeral legibility. One owner experienced a broken crown after a fall, while another noted concerns about the acrylic bezel's durability. The lume is described as adequate but not exceptional. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss highly for its retro aesthetic and value proposition, particularly when purchased on sale.

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