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Santurce Pitirre True GMT — Automatic Pilot WatchvsSerica Réf. 5303 PLD

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Santurce Pitirre True GMT — Automatic Pilot Watch

Owners widely appreciate the Santurce Pitirre True GMT — Automatic Pilot Watch for its true GMT functionality and 38mm case size, which wears well despite its 15mm thickness. Some owners find the lack of a date window a drawback, while others consider the $750 price point to be good value for a titanium watch with a Miyota 9075 movement. One owner notes the end links detract from an otherwise excellent case and dial design. Overall, owners rate the Santurce Pitirre True GMT — Automatic Pilot Watch highly for its functional true GMT complication and well-proportioned 38mm case.

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

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pitirre True GMT — Automatic Pilot Watch38mm
Réf. 5303 PLD39mm
Power Reserve
Pitirre True GMT — Automatic Pilot Watch
Réf. 5303 PLD42h
Water Resistance
Pitirre True GMT — Automatic Pilot Watch300m
Réf. 5303 PLD300m
MSRP
Pitirre True GMT — Automatic Pilot Watch$999
Réf. 5303 PLD$1,974

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11.6mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.5mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Soprod M100
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$999
$1,974
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