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Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer
SericaRef. 6190 Field Chronometer
MSRP $1,293
Explorer
RolexExplorer
MSRP $14,600
What people say

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Serica Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer

Owners widely praise the Serica Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer for its refined dials and slimmer case, with one owner calling the black dial the "blackest of blacks" and another finding it not top-heavy. The COSC-certified automatic movement is noted, and the Bonklip bracelet is described by one owner as the most comfortable they have ever experienced. However, one owner found the 9 o'clock crown undesirable and noted a ding on the bezel, while another owner found the Bonklip bracelet too small for their wrist. The €990 price is a significant increase from its predecessor, and some may miss the charm of a manual-winding caliber. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Serica Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer for its updated design and comfortable bracelet, despite some concerns about the crown placement and price.

Rolex Explorer

Owners widely report the Rolex Explorer is exceptionally comfortable and versatile, dominating daily wear across formal and casual settings. Reviewers and owners consistently praise its understated design, immaculate finishing, and comfortable, tapering bracelet. One owner notes exceptional rate stability, gaining only +1.4 seconds in a week, while another reports +1 second per day. The 36mm size is highlighted as particularly comfortable, though some find the 3-6-9 markers too small, making the case wear even smaller. Some owners find the bezel scratches easily compared to the matte case, and a few consider it overpriced beyond MSRP. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Explorer highly for its comfort, versatility, and understated "watch-guy's" appeal.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer38mm
Explorer36mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer42h
Explorer70h
Water Resistance
Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer200m
Explorer100m
MSRP
Ref. 6190 Field Chronometer$1,293
Explorer$14,600

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Yellow Rolesor
Finish
Brushed and polished
Yellow Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and yellow gold
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
M.S.L. - Enamel Balck
Black
Indices
Applied
Arabic numerals
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
M100 COSC
3230
Power Reserve
42h
70h
Jewels
25
31
Complications
COSC
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,293
$14,600
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