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Traska Seafarer CharcoalvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

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Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition42mm
Power Reserve
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition45h
Water Resistance
Seafarer Charcoal150m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition100m
MSRP
Seafarer Charcoal$665
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition$2,500

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
14.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Underside
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova BGW9
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9039
8R48
Power Reserve
42h
45h
Jewels
24
34
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$665
$2,500

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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 Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

Owners widely praise the Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition for its refined presence and intricate dial patterns, with some favoring its unique red dial and steel bezel over other Speedtimer models. However, some owners criticize the 24-hour subdial as useless, the date window as recessed, and the stock bracelet as difficult to fit, while others find the pushers stick out too much. One owner notes the $995 price point is high for the 6R55 movement, suggesting a lower range, though others appreciate the Seiko finishing and charm. On balance, owners rate the Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition well for its unique aesthetic and finishing, despite some functional and value concerns.

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