Side by side

Traska Seafarer CharcoalvsTimefactors SMITHS NATO PRS-40 AUTOMATIC

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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 SMITHS NATO PRS-40 AUTOMATIC

Owners widely praise the Timefactors SMITHS NATO PRS-40 AUTOMATIC for its unique, "badass," rugged, and futuristic design, with some finding its "ugly" aesthetic appealing for its bombproof nature. The Seiko 6R15 movement winds smoothly and operates quietly, and the watch features 100m water resistance and a flat sapphire crystal. The 12 o'clock crown is noted as easy to use by rolling, and the fixed lugs necessitate NATO straps. Some owners report issues with Timefactors' ordering system and customer service, and one found a speck of dust under the crystal, though another noted no imperfections. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors SMITHS NATO PRS-40 AUTOMATIC highly for its distinctive "beater" watch build and unique aesthetic at the price.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
SMITHS NATO PRS-40 AUTOMATIC40.2mm
Power Reserve
Seafarer Charcoal42h
SMITHS NATO PRS-40 AUTOMATIC50h
Water Resistance
Seafarer Charcoal150m
SMITHS NATO PRS-40 AUTOMATIC100m
MSRP
Seafarer Charcoal$665
SMITHS NATO PRS-40 AUTOMATIC$315

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
40.2mm
Thickness
12mm
12.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
54.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
6R15
Power Reserve
42h
50h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$665
$315
Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Traska Seafarer Charcoal vs Timefactors SMITHS NATO PRS-40 AUTOMATIC gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.