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Traska Seafarer CharcoalvsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
Seafarer Charcoal42h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Seafarer Charcoal150m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
Seafarer Charcoal$665
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Thickness
12mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
9039
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$665
$279

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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.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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