Serica Réf. 8315-2vsSerica Réf. 5303 PLD
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Measurements
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Réf. 8315-2

Réf. 5303 PLD
Diameter
30mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46.5mm
Thickness
12.3mm
12.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
40h
42h
highest
MSRP
$2,441
$1,974
lowest
Movement
Soprod C125
Soprod M100
Case
3 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Serica Réf. 8315-2 for its unique, opinionated design and excellent fit and finish at its price point, with many receiving compliments. Some owners find the strap has an aggressive taper. One owner reported a watch arriving with a damaged box sleeve and missing its caseback sticker, though a swift exchange process was noted. The Serica Réf. 8315-2 is widely considered a well-regarded watch for its distinctive aesthetic and build quality.
Serica Réf. 5303 PLD is widely praised for its sophisticated and unique dive watch design, drawing inspiration from the 1960s without being a direct copy. Owners describe its aesthetic as a masterclass, embodying qualities that are simultaneously serious and whimsical, brutalist and elegant, and dressy yet military-like. The 39mm case is noted to wear perfectly, sliding under cuffs while maintaining tool watch presence. Finishing is described as tight and smooth, appearing more expensive than the price. The mesh bracelet is found comfortable and practical by some, though others find the clasp system awkward and difficult to operate. One owner expresses concerns about the reliability of the new Soprod movement, while another notes it has been well received and is COSC certified. The "DT MAX" dual diving scale's practicality for specialized diving mixes is questioned by one commenter. The screw-down crown has loosened during wear for one owner, raising concerns for dive-use integrity.
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