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Traska Seafarer CharcoalvsSeiko DressKX

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Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665
DressKX
SeikoDressKX
MSRP $315

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
DressKX40mm
Power Reserve
Seafarer Charcoal42h
DressKX41h
Water Resistance
Seafarer Charcoal150m
DressKX100m
MSRP
Seafarer Charcoal$665
DressKX$315

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.6mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova BGW9
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9039
4R36
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$665
$315

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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.

Seiko DressKX

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series is widely praised as a gateway mechanical watch offering exceptional value and iconic status, with owners appreciating its ruggedness, tool-like authenticity, and moddability. Many owners report the 4R36/NH36 movement achieves accuracy of +/-5 to 10 seconds per day, far exceeding its stated specifications, and the stock Jubilee bracelet is noted as surprisingly comfortable. Some owners find the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series bulky and less aesthetically pleasing than newer models, with others noting its specifications lag behind contemporary watches. The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series is considered a decent watch, especially when found under £200, but it's not the serious tool watch the original SKX was, lacking a screw-down crown, bezel pip, and ISO rating. Overall, owners rate the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series highly for its iconic dive watch lineage and excellent value at the price point.

From video reviewers

The clean dial and versatile dressy look are praised. The overall thickness and handset are points of contention.

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