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Serica Ref. 5303 Diving ChronometervsBorealis Watch Co. Sintra

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Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer
SericaRef. 5303 Diving Chronometer
MSRP $1,768
Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer39mm
Sintra41.50mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer42h
Sintra40h
Water Resistance
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer300m
Sintra200m
MSRP
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer$1,768
Sintra$650

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
39mm
41.50mm
Thickness
12.2mm
12.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
47.00mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
M100 COSC
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Complications
COSC
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,768
$650

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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. Sintra

Borealis Watch Co. Sintra owners widely praise its well-executed design, featuring applied indices and a shimmering blue dial that some prefer over more expensive alternatives. The timepiece is noted for excellent build quality and high-end specifications for its price, including a Miyota 90S5 movement and a premium bracelet. One owner did not purchase due to its size not being 39mm or less, while the 90xx movements are considered reliable and accurate, though some find them noisy. On balance, owners rate the Borealis Watch Co. Sintra highly for its impressive design and build quality at its price point.

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