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Traska Seafarer CharcoalvsSpinnaker Spence 300

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Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665
Spence 300
SpinnakerSpence 300
MSRP $650

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Spence 30040mm
Power Reserve
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Spence 30040h
Water Resistance
Seafarer Charcoal150m
Spence 300300m
MSRP
Seafarer Charcoal$665
Spence 300$650

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Aquamarine
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
$650

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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 Spence 300

The Spinnaker Spence 300 is widely praised for its slim 10.9mm case and 40mm diameter, offering a comfortable and uncommon thin diver design at its price point. Reviewers and owners highlight its value, especially below $350, and its blend of retro design with modern specifications, including a 300m depth rating and a fully indexed bezel. Some owners, however, find the dial printing and bracelet finishing to be less refined, with one noting the bracelet's male end links as a drawback. The consensus is that the Spinnaker Spence 300 is highly regarded for its exceptional value and wearable dimensions, making it a strong contender for an everyday sports watch.

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