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Serica Ref. 5303 Diving ChronometervsHamilton Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema

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Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer
SericaRef. 5303 Diving Chronometer
MSRP $1,768
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema
HamiltonJazzmaster Regulator Cinema
MSRP $1,475

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer39mm
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema42mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer42h
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema40h
Water Resistance
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer300m
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema50m
MSRP
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer$1,768
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema$1,475

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
12.2mm
12.83mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Enamel Black
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
M100 COSC
H-12
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Complications
COSC
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,768
$1,475

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What people say

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Serica Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer

Owners widely praise the Serica Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer for its excellent wearability, definitive style, and smooth, confident bezel action. The dual scale on the bezel is noted as surprisingly useful, and the crown action, winding, and hacking are reported to work perfectly. One owner describes the Serica 5303-3 as gorgeous and unique, though another notes the crown can appear comically large. On balance, owners rate the Serica Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer highly for its blend of unique design and robust functionality.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema

The Hamilton Jazzmaster is widely praised for its value and refined design, with specific models highlighted for sophisticated skeletonization and minimalist aesthetics. Owners appreciate elegant dial work, such as the "spiky H" logo on the Skeleton or the open-heart design on other variants, and the slim profile of the Thinline Automatic is frequently noted. The Calibre H-10-S movement is recognized for its substantial 80-hour power reserve. However, opinions vary on the practicality of open-heart designs, with some finding them gimmicky or impacting legibility, particularly as wearers age. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from 2-3 seconds fast per day to less precise performance, and repair costs can be a consideration. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Hamilton Jazzmaster for its attractive design and accessible price point, with specific models offering unique aesthetic appeals.

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