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Eza 1972 DivervsSerica Réf. 5303 PLD

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1972 Diver
Eza1972 Diver
MSRP $1,411
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Eza 1972 Diver

Owners widely praise the Eza 1972 Diver for its faithful vintage design, thin 39.6mm case, and excellent value, with one owner noting it surpasses other watches in bezel action, crown comfort, and packaging. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is reported to be exceptionally accurate, running at nearly 0 seconds per day. Some find the bezel action stiff. Overall, owners rate the Eza 1972 Diver highly for its exceptional vintage aesthetic and value proposition.

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

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1972 Diver39.6mm
Réf. 5303 PLD39mm
Power Reserve
1972 Diver41h
Réf. 5303 PLD42h
Water Resistance
1972 Diver200m
Réf. 5303 PLD300m
MSRP
1972 Diver$1,411
Réf. 5303 PLD$1,974

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39.6mm
39mm
Thickness
11.95mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Soprod M100
Power Reserve
41h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,411
$1,974
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