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Serica Ref. 8315 Travel ChronometervsChristopher Ward C63 Sealander GMT

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Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer
SericaRef. 8315 Travel Chronometer
MSRP $2,479
C63 Sealander GMT
Christopher WardC63 Sealander GMT
MSRP $1,675

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer39mm
C63 Sealander GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer42h
C63 Sealander GMT56h
Water Resistance
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer200m
C63 Sealander GMT150m
MSRP
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer$2,479
C63 Sealander GMT$1,675

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
12.3mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Water Resistance
200m
150m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SOPROD C125 COSC
SW330
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
42h
56h
Complications
GMT, COSC
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,479
$1,675

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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 C63 Sealander GMT

The Christopher Ward C63 Sealander GMT is praised for its comfortable wearability, with reviewers noting its slim profile, short lugs, and 39mm case size, while others prefer the proportions of the 36mm version. The watch features a Light-catcher case with alternating brushed and polished surfaces, and the Bader bracelet is highlighted for its build quality and comfort at its price point. Some owners find the gloss white dial's text and indices small, and the orange accents can appear yellow. The Sellita SW330-2 movement provides caller GMT functionality and a 56-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander GMT for its comfortable wearability and solid bracelet construction at its price.

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