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Serica Ref. 5303 Diving ChronometervsPagani Design PD-1719

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Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer
SericaRef. 5303 Diving Chronometer
MSRP $1,768
PD-1719
Pagani DesignPD-1719
MSRP $154
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.

Pagani Design PD-1719

Owners widely report issues with the Pagani Design PD-1719's hand alignment and lume quality, with one noting bezel play. The applied indices are appreciated, and the NH38 movement is mentioned positively by one owner. The hands are described by some as resembling chess pieces or parsnips. Overall, owners express disappointment, citing QC issues and a perceived overpricing compared to alternatives.

From video reviewers

The 300m water resistance is a notable strength. The lume is a drawback.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer39mm
PD-171942.5mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer42h
PD-171942h
Water Resistance
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer300m
PD-1719300m
MSRP
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer$1,768
PD-1719$154

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
39mm
42.5mm
Thickness
12.2mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Enamel Black
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
M100 COSC
Complications
COSC
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,768
$154
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