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Serica Ref. 1174 ParadevsZelos Nova 37

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Ref. 1174 Parade
SericaRef. 1174 Parade
MSRP $1,768
Nova 37
ZelosNova 37
MSRP $899
What people say

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Serica Ref. 1174 Parade

The Serica Ref. 1174 Parade is widely praised for its elegant proportions, with a compact 35mm case and slim 8.6mm thickness, making it sit close to the wrist. Reviewers and owners highlight its impressive finishing, complex case with brushed and polished surfaces, and cohesive dial textures. It offers robust 100-meter water resistance, a Soprod M100 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve, and a unique eclipse-shaped case. However, the strap and buckle are frequently cited as the weakest points, with some noting rough finishing that marks the leather, and the lug width necessitates custom straps. One reviewer questioned the dial's finishes, suggesting other textures might better suit the case. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Serica Ref. 1174 Parade for its distinctive design and robust build at its price point.

From video reviewers

The satin black dial with guilloché and sunburst finishes is a standout feature. The 35mm case size and 8.2mm thickness contribute to a compact vintage feel. The non-screw-down crown limits water resistance to 100 meters.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 1174 Parade35mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 1174 Parade42h
Nova 3740h
Water Resistance
Ref. 1174 Parade100m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
Ref. 1174 Parade$1,768
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
35mm
37mm
Thickness
8.2mm
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
37mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Tobacco
Salmon

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Soprod M100
ETA 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,768
$899
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