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Traska Seafarer CharcoalvsUnimatic Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only

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What people say

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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.

Unimatic Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only

The Unimatic Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only features a robust 40mm black DLC case, 13.7mm to 13.9mm thick, with drilled lugs and a fixed steel bezel that balances beefiness with wearability. Reviewers note improved crown action and refinement over earlier models, with a flat sapphire crystal. Its sandwich dial reveals Super-LumiNova BG W9 beneath cut-out indexes, paired with a Seiko NH35A automatic movement. While the movement is considered robust and reliable, one reviewer expressed a preference for a Sellita caliber given the watch's heft. On balance, reviewers find the Unimatic Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only to be a well-refined and wearable tool watch with a distinct military character.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only40mm
Power Reserve
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only
Water Resistance
Seafarer Charcoal150m
Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only300m
MSRP
Seafarer Charcoal$665
Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only$655

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
150m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
White
Matte black
Lume
Super-LumiNova BGW9
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
0h
Jewels
24
0
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$665
$655
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