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Serica Ref. 5303 Diving ChronometervsBorealis Watch Co. Porto Covo

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Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer
SericaRef. 5303 Diving Chronometer
MSRP $1,768
Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer39mm
Porto Covo40mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer42h
Porto Covo40h
Water Resistance
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer300m
Porto Covo300m
MSRP
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer$1,768
Porto Covo$415

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12.2mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
42.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Enamel Black
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
BGW9

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
M100 COSC
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Complications
COSC
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,768
$415

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What people say

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Serica Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer

Owners widely praise the Serica Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer for its excellent wearability, definitive style, and smooth, confident bezel action. The dual scale on the bezel is noted as surprisingly useful, and the crown action, winding, and hacking are reported to work perfectly. One owner describes the Serica 5303-3 as gorgeous and unique, though another notes the crown can appear comically large. On balance, owners rate the Serica Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer highly for its blend of unique design and robust functionality.

Borealis Watch Co. Porto Covo

The Borealis Porto Covo is widely praised for its 39mm size and unique cantilevered indices that create a 3D effect and depth. Owners note the indices' floating appearance is a well-executed design. One owner reported poor accuracy and a terse customer service response, while another wished for a 42mm size option. The $395 price is considered reasonable for a microbrand, though some feel it does not compare favorably to AliExpress options. Overall, owners appreciate the Borealis Porto Covo for its distinctive dial design and wearable 39mm case size.

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