Traska Commuter 34 (Ref. 7232)

Condition: Mint

Unapologetically understated yet striking in appearance, the Commuter (Ref. 7232) is an all-around sport watch designed to be the perfect companion for any occasion. But don’t let its good looks deceive you — with a 100 meter depth rating and a scratch-resistant exterior, the Commuter has been engineered to perform in even the harshest of conditions.

HARDENED STEEL

All of our watches are made from 316L surgical-grade stainless steel. This typically measures 200HV on the Vickers hardness scale; however, after our signature hardening treatment is applied, we are able to achieve a hardness rating of almost 1200HV. With this additional protection against the typical scratches and swirls that otherwise occur all too often during the rigors of everyday life, you can wear our watches without worry, using them like the robust tools they’re intended to be.

SAPPHIRE CRYSTAL

Cut from synthetic sapphire and measuring 9/10 on the Mohs hardness scale, the Commuter’s crystal is virtually impervious to scratches. Colloquially referred to as a “box style” crystal, its design is reminiscent of the plexiglass crystals that graced watches from a bygone era. This particular sapphire crystal also boasts a thick layer of clear anti-reflective coating on the underside — eliminating glare for easy reading even under direct sunlight.

THE DIAL

The somewhat minimalist dial is adorned with a striking yet subtle sunburst pattern that is expertly brushed into the base plate. The faceted hour markers are meticulously filled with Grade A BGW9 Swiss Made Super-LumiNova and then delicately applied by hand with maximum precision.

THE HANDS

The multi-faceted diamond-cut hands slope up on either side and then taper off to a flat plane with brushed finishing (all done by hand!), creating a subtle visual effect that is pleasing even when not consciously registered. Filled with Swiss Made BGW9 Grade A Super-LumiNova, the strong luminescence makes for easy reading even in dim light.

THE CASE

Understated yet robust, the Commuter sports a scratch-resistant case hewn from surgical-grade 316L hardened stainless steel. Serving as a testament to our commitment to the smallest of details, you’ll enjoy observing the way light dances around the polished chamfers that highlight the transitions in finishes. The case’s design is further elevated by the ever so slightly convex nature of the mirror polished mid-case, with sides that bulge out just enough for the discerning wearer to appreciate how every detail has been meticulously considered.

THE BEZEL

The fixed bezel features two complimentary brushing techniques. Sunburst brushing on the top gently teases the eye, while the mirror polished sides offer a distinctive finish that matches the overall refined aesthetic.

THE CROWN

The crown screws down snugly and smoothly into the side of the Commuter’s 100M water resistant case thanks to a decoupling mechanism that prevents it from winding the movement while being screwed down. A high-polished chamfer separates the coin-edged portion from the embossed TRASKA logo on the outermost surface.

THE MOVEMENT

Automatically wound by the motion of the wearer, the Japanese Made Miyota 9039 caliber oscillates at 28,800 beats per hour and will keep on ticking for decades. A 24 jeweled, two step, hand-windable movement with hacking, the 9039 is a true no-date movement. Introduced by the Japanese firm as an alternative to the Swiss Made ETA-2824, one could argue that the high-beat 9039 caliber is actually technologically superior to its Swiss counterpart thanks to its 42 hour power reserve and slimmer profile.

All of our movements are regulated in four positions for enhanced timekeeping tolerances. This process involves manually adjusting the length of the mechanical movement’s hairspring, fine-tuning it to keep even better time than what their manufacturer advertises. After regulation in four positions, the 9 series will typically run between -10 to +20 seconds a day.

THE BRACELET

Forged from 316L stainless steel and tapering from 19mm to 15mm, the bracelet’s solid and fully articulating links echo designs from the Swiss bracelet purveyor Gay Frères. Made with a rigorous lifestyle in mind, the robust bracelet has undergone the same proprietary hardening process as the case. Precisely machined from stainless steel, the buckle exhibits polished chamfers on either side. The inside of the clasp is painstakingly hand polished with a perlage finish — because even the smallest of details matter. The buckle’s five micro-adjustments and the removable link’s large flat head screws allow the bracelet to be sized to your exact liking with ease.

SPECIFICATION:

• Miyota 9039 Japanese Automatic Movement
  
• Swiss Made Grade A Bgw9 Super-luminova
  
• Hand-applied Indices
  
• SOLID Endlinks
  
• Diamond Cut Hands
  
• 316l Stainless Steel Case With Polished Chamfers And Drilled Lugs
  
• Sunburst Brushed Bezel With Polished Chamfer
  
• Box Style Double Domed Sapphire Crystal With Underside Anti-reflective Coating
  
• 316l Tapering Bracelet With Fully Articulating Links
  
• Water Resistant To 100m / 330ft
  
• Micro-adjustable Buckle With Perlage Finish
  
• Proprietary Scratch-resistant Coating Applied To Case And Bracelet
  
• Individual Serial Number On Case Back
  
• Signed Screw Down Crown
  
• Sunburst Dial
  
• Lug-to-Lug Distance: 41.5mm
  
• Case Width: 34.5mm
  
• Case Thickness: 8.75mm
  
• Lug Width: 19mm
  
• Clasp Width: 15mm