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Serica Ref. 8315 Travel ChronometervsChristopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

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Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer
SericaRef. 8315 Travel Chronometer
MSRP $2,479
The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer39mm
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer42h
The Twelve Midnight38h
Water Resistance
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer200m
The Twelve Midnight100m
MSRP
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer$2,479
The Twelve Midnight$1,210

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Sport
Diameter
39mm
43.3mm
Thickness
12.3mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
43.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
23.3mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
GMT - Enamel Black
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SOPROD C125 COSC
SW200
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
GMT, COSC
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,479
$1,210

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What people say

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Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer

Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer owners and reviewers praise its neo-vintage aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, and unique day/night bezel design. Some find the lack of a date function a drawback, and the mirrored 12-hour bezel with AM/PM text is considered less practical than a traditional 24-hour bezel for time zone reading, with the lollipop-style 24-hour hand and asymmetrical bezel design also noted as potentially confusing. The watch is powered by a COSC-certified Soprod C125 movement with a 40-hour power reserve. One owner noted import duties and that the strap's aggressive taper required using the last hole for a proper fit. On balance, Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer is appreciated for its distinctive design and wearability, though its GMT functionality and bezel design are points of contention for some.

Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

Owners and reviewers widely praise Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight for its excellent value, with particular commendation for its case and bracelet finishing, dial texture, and lume. Some owners note the dial is silver rather than white, and a few find the bracelet links have sharp edges and the clasp lacks micro-adjustment. The watch is noted for its thin case, offering exceptional wrist comfort. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight highly for its impressive finishing and comfort at the price point.

From video reviewers

The black lacquer dial's quality and premium feel are consistently praised. Reviewers express reservations about the watch's value or execution. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's objective merits translate to personal appeal.

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