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Serica Ref. 8315 Travel ChronometervsBrew Metric Lite

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Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer
SericaRef. 8315 Travel Chronometer
MSRP $2,479
Metric Lite
BrewMetric Lite
MSRP $375

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer39mm
Metric Lite30mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer42h
Metric Lite
Water Resistance
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer200m
Metric Lite50m
MSRP
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer$2,479
Metric Lite$375

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Mechanical
Diameter
39mm
30mm
Thickness
12.3mm
10.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
34mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
GMT - Enamel Black
Applied Index Markers
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
SOPROD C125 COSC
6T27
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
GMT, COSC
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,479
$375

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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.

Brew Metric Lite

The Brew Metric Lite is praised for its comfortable wear and attractive dial. Owners note the Miyota 6T27 automatic movement, which offers a 40-hour power reserve and features a signed rotor. It includes applied indices with polished "mountain-top" details and lume pips. Some owners, however, express a desire for a larger case and crown. Overall, owners appreciate the Brew Metric Lite for its comfortable wear and beautiful dial.

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