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Sinn 836vsSerica Réf. 5303

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sinn 836

Owners widely report the Sinn 836's 43mm case is large, though its thinness is noted as a mitigating factor for wearability. Legibility is described as uniform across the dial. On balance, owners find the Sinn 836 to be a well-regarded watch for its legibility and comfortable thin profile, though some note its substantial diameter.

From video reviewers

The Sinn 836's TEGIMENT Technology steel case offers high-quality level and scratch-resistance. The watch's operation is also appreciated, with one reviewer noting it's "especially nice" with the ETA 2892-A2 caliber movement. A notable trade-off is the lack of specific details about the watch's performance or features beyond its basics.

Serica Réf. 5303

Owners widely praise the Serica Réf. 5303 for its unique neo-vintage design, sophisticated aesthetics, and excellent finishing, with many highlighting the smooth winding action and the tactile quality of the bezel click as industry-benchmark. The 39mm case is frequently cited as well-proportioned and wearable, especially for smaller wrists. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +2 seconds per day and another +5.5 seconds per day, while the 42-hour power reserve was noted as a point of desire for longer duration. Some owners have reported significant quality control issues, including dial shifting, non-functional hacking, and misaligned or jammed bezels, with concerns also raised about the Soprod movement and the manufacturer's communication. Overall, owners rate the Serica Réf. 5303 highly for its distinctive design and refined finishing, despite some significant quality control concerns raised by a few.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
83643mm
Réf. 530339mm
Power Reserve
83638h
Réf. 530342h
Water Resistance
836100m
Réf. 5303300m
MSRP
836$2,149
Réf. 5303$1,857

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Tool
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
10.6mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
satinised/polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Lume
Luminescent
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892-A2
Soprod M100
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
21
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,149
$1,857
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