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Traska Seafarer CharcoalvsTimefactors PRS-35

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PRS-35
TimefactorsPRS-35
MSRP $530
What people say

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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.

Timefactors PRS-35

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS for its excellent value and build quality, often comparing it favorably to watches costing significantly more. The watch is celebrated as a well-executed homage to classic designs, capturing the essence of vintage pieces without being a direct copy. Its machining and design are frequently highlighted as strengths, making it a satisfying daily wear. One owner notes that the shiny hands can sometimes blend into the black dial, impacting legibility, and another mentions that the lume fades faster than on some diver watches. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors PRS highly for its vintage aesthetic and robust construction at an accessible price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
PRS-3538mm
Power Reserve
Seafarer Charcoal42h
PRS-35
Water Resistance
Seafarer Charcoal150m
PRS-3550m
MSRP
Seafarer Charcoal$665
PRS-35$530

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Brushed silver
Lume
Super-LumiNova BGW9
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Peseux 7040
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
42h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$665
$530
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