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Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer

Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer owners and reviewers praise its neo-vintage aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, and unique day/night bezel design. Some find the lack of a date function a drawback, and the mirrored 12-hour bezel with AM/PM text is considered less practical than a traditional 24-hour bezel for time zone reading, with the lollipop-style 24-hour hand and asymmetrical bezel design also noted as potentially confusing. The watch is powered by a COSC-certified Soprod C125 movement with a 40-hour power reserve. One owner noted import duties and that the strap's aggressive taper required using the last hole for a proper fit. On balance, Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer is appreciated for its distinctive design and wearability, though its GMT functionality and bezel design are points of contention for some.

Jack Mason Pursuit Pilot

Owners widely praise the Jack Mason Pursuit Pilot for its timeless design, solid feel, and comfortable 39mm wearability, with reviewers highlighting its excellent legibility and bright Super-LumiNova X2 lume blocks. The La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement is noted for its accuracy, regulated to within +/- 5 seconds per day and offering a 68-hour power reserve. Some owners suggest considering more established brands for perceived reliability, and a minority find the blue anti-reflective coating and bracelet to be minor drawbacks, with one owner desiring a larger pilot crown. On balance, reviewers and owners rate the Jack Mason Pursuit Pilot highly for its comfortable wearability and robust build at its price point.

From video reviewers

The value at the price point, including US assembly and regulation, is a key strength. The anti-magnetic cage adds heft but remains balanced on the wrist.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer39mm
Pursuit Pilot39mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer42h
Pursuit Pilot68h
Water Resistance
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer200m
Pursuit Pilot150m
MSRP
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer$2,479
Pursuit Pilot$1,399

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Thickness
12.3mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
GMT - Enamel Black
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Soprod C125
La Joux-Perret G101
Power Reserve
42h
68h
Complications
GMT, COSC
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,479
$1,399
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