by Brent Robillard
The One-Brand Collection?
Watch enthusiasts love to wax poetic about the mythical “one-watch collection.” The idea of a single timepiece that can do it all is appealing, sure, but let’s be real: watch people aren’t exactly known for restraint. So we pivot to the more practical five-watch collection—a well-rounded mix of pieces that cover all the bases. But what if we took things in a different direction? What if, instead of five watches from five different brands, we built an entire collection from just one brand?
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Enter Traska, the independent watchmaker that has been punching above its weight since its inception. For the first time ever, we at The Calibrated Wrist have all five Traska models in the studio at once, and it dawned on us—this is it. The Traska One-Brand Collection. Five watches, each with its own distinct personality, all coming together to form a cohesive, versatile lineup. And the kicker? Not a single one costs more than $750. You could have all five for under $3,500—the cost of one mid-range Swiss watch. Let’s break it down.
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Building the One-Brand Collection
The Summiteer – The No-Nonsense Everyday Adventurer
If you’re looking for an everyday watch that can keep up with your lifestyle without shouting about it, the Summiteer is your guy. Think of it as the low-key adventurer—like that friend who shows up for an informal brunch, then casually mentions they spent last weekend summiting a mountain. With a hardened stainless steel case, a no-fuss design, and 100m of water resistance, it’s built to go wherever you go. The ultra-thin case profile ensures it slides under a cuff, and the dial (available in a variety of colours) keeps things clean and legible. It’s the kind of watch that makes you wonder why you own anything else.
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The Venturer – The GMT You Can Actually Afford
Travelers, rejoice! The Venturer brings GMT functionality into the mix without breaking the bank. With a rock-solid Miyota 9075 movement inside, this is a true traveler’s GMT, meaning the local hour hand jumps independently—a feature you usually only see in watches costing much more. Pair that with Traska’s signature scratch-resistant coating, a slim case, and a nifty internal rotating 24-hour bezel, and you’ve got a worldtime companion that won’t let you down.
The Seafarer – The Super-Compressor Done Right
Super-compressor dive watches have a certain old-school charm, and the Seafarer embraces that heritage while adding Traska’s signature modern refinement. Instead of the typical external bezel, it features an internal rotating bezel operated by a second crown—a design that gives it a sleek, streamlined look. With 150m of water resistance, excellent legibility, and a comfortable 38.5mm case, the Seafarer is a refreshing take on the dive watch formula. It’s equal parts rugged and refined, proving that you don’t need to look like a deep-sea saturation diver to enjoy a capable, stylish underwater timepiece.
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The Freediver – The Dive Watch That Hits the Sweet Spot
Dive watches tend to go one of two ways: either they lean into their tool-watch heritage and become wrist-bound hockey pucks, or they try too hard to be dressy divers and lose some of their rugged appeal. The Freediver sits comfortably in the middle. At 40mm, with a svelte 10.5mm case thickness, it has all the hallmarks of a classic diver—200m water resistance, a ceramic bezel, and a lumed-up dial—without the bulk. It’s the perfect everyday sports watch, equally at home in the ocean or under a suit cuff.
The Commuter – The Sleeper Hit of the Collection
Every collection needs a go-to dress(ish) watch, and the Commuter nails it. With its vintage-inspired 38mm case (also available in34/36mm) and sleek, no-frills dial, it oozes refinement while still maintaining Traska’s tool-watch DNA. It’s robust, it’s well-finished, and it proves that you don’t need to spend thousands to get a well-executed, classic timepiece. Whether you’re dressing up or just want something effortlessly stylish, the Commuter is that watch.
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Commonalities
It almost goes without saying that Traska builds function-forward timepieces which–despite their vintage inspired aesthetics–come with all of the contemporary accoutrements you would expect in a modern watch. The 316L surgical steel cases undergo Traska’s signature hardening process, elevating their scratch resistance to 1200HV on the Vickers’ scale. Each dial is flooded with BGW9 Super-LumiNova. The bracelets feature fully articulating screw links, and the milled clasps provide on-the-fly comfort adjust systems.
The Traska One-Brand Collection
So there you have it—five watches, all from the same brand, yet each bringing something unique to the table. The Summiteer gives you a perfect GADA (go-anywhere, do-anything) option, the Venturer has you covered for travel, the Seafarer adds a super-compressor twist to the dive category, the Freediver is your rugged everyday sports watch, and the Commuter brings it all home with a touch of understated elegance.
The best part? You get all of this for less than the price of a single mid-range Swiss watch. While the idea of a one-watch collection may be eternally debated, a one-brand, five-watch collection? That’s an idea worth exploring. And with Traska, you’re getting a collection that’s not just cohesive but genuinely exciting.
Now, the real question is: which one do you wear first?
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About the author
Brent Robillard is a writer, educator, craftsman, and watch enthusiast. He is the author of four novels. You can follow him on Instagram.
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This watch is definitely ‘going places’ . Be it on a Venturer or a Summiteer , perhaps a Seafarer , a Freediver or possibly- a Commuter. JUST GO …. Find an adventure for any day of the week. Let’s stop making the weekend the Goal. Make every day that special day to Adventure. Great story – stylish, smart watch group.