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Serica Ref. 8315 Travel ChronometervsSternglas Marus 2.0

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Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer
SericaRef. 8315 Travel Chronometer
MSRP $2,479
Marus 2.0
SternglasMarus 2.0
MSRP $593

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer39mm
Marus 2.041mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer42h
Marus 2.041h
Water Resistance
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer200m
Marus 2.0200m
MSRP
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer$2,479
Marus 2.0$593

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
12.3mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
49mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SOPROD C125 COSC
Seiko TMI NH35
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
25
Complications
GMT, COSC
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,479
$593

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What people say

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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.

Sternglas Marus 2.0

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Marus 2.0 for its well-built, heavy case and excellent bezel action, which is considered superior to some competitors. Reviewers note the refined case and luminous dial markers, while the green dial stands out from other divers. The Seiko NH35A movement offers accuracy ranging from -20/+40 seconds per day. One reviewer desired a slightly larger screw-down crown. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Marus 2.0 highly for its robust build and standout dial at its price point.

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