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Breitling Superocean AutomaticvsSerica Réf. 5303 PLD

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Breitling Superocean Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Automatic for its excellent fit and finish, comfortable bracelet with micro-adjustment, and a fresh design that some find stunning, particularly the blue ceramic bezel and white dial. The watch features a satisfyingly clicking ceramic bezel that is easy to operate and a vibrant dial with luminous hands and hour plots. One owner reports their 42mm model runs about +6 seconds per day, while others note that Breitling watches can sometimes lose time due to magnetization, which can be corrected under warranty. The Breitling Superocean Automatic has a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Superocean Automatic highly for its design and build quality at its price point.

Serica Réf. 5303 PLD

Owners widely praise the Serica Réf. 5303 PLD for its sophisticated design and refined finishing that exceeds its price point, noting its ability to blend dress and tool watch aesthetics and wear thinly under cuffs. One owner reports the screw-down crown has loosened during wear, raising concerns for dive-use integrity, while another questions the practicality of the no-deco dive scale for specialized diving. Reviewers find the 39mm case wears slightly small and note the mesh bracelet feels dainty for a military-themed watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Serica Réf. 5303 PLD highly for its elegant finishing and versatile design that punches above its weight class.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superocean Automatic42mm
Réf. 5303 PLD39mm
Power Reserve
Superocean Automatic38h
Réf. 5303 PLD42h
Water Resistance
Superocean Automatic300m
Réf. 5303 PLD300m
MSRP
Superocean Automatic$1,000
Réf. 5303 PLD$1,974

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.56mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
Soprod M100
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,000
$1,974
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