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Serica Ref. 5303 Diving ChronometervsWolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz

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Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer
SericaRef. 5303 Diving Chronometer
MSRP $1,768
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz
WolbrookSkindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz
MSRP $432

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer39mm
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz40mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer42h
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz40h
Water Resistance
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer300m
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz100m
MSRP
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer$1,768
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz$432

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12.2mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Enamel Black
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
M100 COSC
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Complications
COSC
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,768
$432

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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.

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver WT for its handsome vintage aesthetic, authentic retro vibe, and value for money, often highlighting its legible dial, sapphire crystal, and drilled lugs. The worldtimer bezel and comfortable Beads of Rice bracelet also receive positive mentions. However, some owners report issues with hand color matching, lume quality, bezel wobble, and a high-sitting strap. One owner found the 40mm size wore larger than expected, while another was put off by the push-pull crown. The Miyota 8315 movement is considered less desirable than the 9 series by one owner, and the brand's warranty is not honored if the watch is sold or gifted. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver WT highly for its vintage personality and value, despite some noted build quality concerns.

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