Serica Ref. 8315 Travel ChronometervsMarloe Watch Company SkySplitter

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer at true scale

Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer

Marloe Watch Company SkySplitter at true scale

SkySplitter

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

n/a

Thickness

12.3mm

lowest

12.4mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

42h

highest

40h

MSRP

$2,479

$599

lowest

Movement

Soprod C125

Miyota 9075

Case

3 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12.3mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
GMT - Enamel Black
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Luminous

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Soprod C125
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
0
24
Complications
GMT, COSC
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,479
$599
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Reviews

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Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer

Owners and reviewers praise the Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer for its unique neo-vintage aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, and distinctive day/night bezel design. The Soprod C125 automatic movement is noted, with a 40-hour power reserve. Some find the mirrored 12-hour bezel less practical than a traditional 24-hour bezel, and the lack of a date function is a drawback for some. The aggressive taper of the leather strap and its lug-to-lug distance of 46.5mm are also points of discussion. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability, despite some functional trade-offs.

Marloe Watch Company SkySplitter

The Marloe Watch Company SkySplitter is praised for its cool, distinctive design and fantastic lume, making it a contender for a summer watch. Owners also note the brand's strong customer service and accessible pricing. One owner of the GMT model reported distortion of the 24-hour rehaut markings due to the boxed sapphire crystal, and another wished for a bracelet with integrated end links. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company SkySplitter highly for its striking aesthetics and excellent lume.

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