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Traska Seafarer CharcoalvsWolbrook Skindiver Automatic

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Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665
Skindiver Automatic
WolbrookSkindiver Automatic
MSRP $453

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Skindiver Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Skindiver Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Seafarer Charcoal150m
Skindiver Automatic150m
MSRP
Seafarer Charcoal$665
Skindiver Automatic$453

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Green
Lume
Super-LumiNova BGW9
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9039
Miyota 8315
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$665
$453

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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.

Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic

The Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic is widely praised for its attractive vintage aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and legible dial, with many owners highlighting its quality build and value under $500. Owners often commend the Beads of Rice bracelet and tropic strap, the box sapphire crystal, and the overall solid feel that suggests nothing is cheap. Specific praise is given to its lume, which some find lasts well and is great, and its accuracy, with one owner noting exceptional performance. However, some find the finishing merely fine, not exceptional, and note issues with the push-pull crown lacking a positive lock or being noisy. The 20mm strap width and drilled lugs that don't fit all spring bars are also mentioned as potential drawbacks. The Miyota 8315 movement, while preferred over the 8215, is described by one owner as noisy, and the non-transferable warranty policy is a concern for some.

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