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Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LEvsSerica Réf. 5303 PLD

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What people say

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Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LE

Owners widely praise the Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LE's refined case proportions, with a thinner profile enhancing on-wrist comfort, and an elegant, legible dial. The bracelet and clasp package also receive positive mentions for their functionality and quick-release system. However, opinions on value are divided, with one owner finding it overpriced at $868 due to a loud rotor and perceived lower-budget movement, while others argue US assembly and the Miyota 9000 series movement justify the cost and that Nodus's finishing and design are superior. Some may miss the luminous crowns found on the original model. Overall, owners and reviewers generally rate the Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LE highly for its improved finishing and wearability.

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

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Duality II - Night Shade LE40mm
Réf. 5303 PLD39mm
Power Reserve
Duality II - Night Shade LE41h
Réf. 5303 PLD42h
Water Resistance
Duality II - Night Shade LE300m
Réf. 5303 PLD300m
MSRP
Duality II - Night Shade LE$925
Réf. 5303 PLD$1,974

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46.5mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
AR Coating
Yes
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® Old Radium X1 Grade
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Soprod M100
Power Reserve
41h
42h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$1,974
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