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Serica Ref. 5303 Diving ChronometervsHamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Auto

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Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer
SericaRef. 5303 Diving Chronometer
MSRP $1,768
Khaki Navy Scuba Auto
HamiltonKhaki Navy Scuba Auto
MSRP $975

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer39mm
Khaki Navy Scuba Auto40mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer42h
Khaki Navy Scuba Auto80h
Water Resistance
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer300m
Khaki Navy Scuba Auto100m
MSRP
Ref. 5303 Diving Chronometer$1,768
Khaki Navy Scuba Auto$975

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12.2mm
12.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
M100 COSC
H-10
Power Reserve
42h
80h
Complications
COSC
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,768
$975

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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 Khaki Navy Scuba Auto

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Auto for its exceptional value, robust construction, and distinctive dial designs, with many highlighting the 80-hour power reserve provided by the H-10 movement. The watch is frequently noted for its utilitarian dial, legible lume, and tactile bezel action. However, the 43mm case size is a recurring point of contention, with several sources deeming it large for everyday wear, though some owners find it comfortable and appreciate its substantial feel. One reviewer points out that the steel bracelet could benefit from a taper and a quick-adjust clasp, and another notes the unlumed bezel pip as a minor area for improvement. Overall, the Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Auto is highly regarded by owners and reviewers for its strong value and appealing tool-watch aesthetic, with the 43mm case size being the most significant consideration for potential buyers.

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